Chinese Pork with Green Beans

A few weeks ago I was visiting family in the Kansas City area. We stopped by our favorite grocery store for dinner (sounds odd but if you have a HyVee in your area…you’ll understand!) Before walking in the door I told myself I was going to be healthy and get the salad bar…but when I walked past the Chinese food line, I started to waver. A freshly cooked, hot dinner compared to the cold strips of chicken over salad…I reconsidered my choice.

I was so thankful when there were still great options of meats and veggies available. I ultimately ordered the pork with green beans and was so happy I did. In fact, I got home and decided to recreate a bariatric friendly version of this yummy dish!

Gastric Sleeve and Gastric Bypass patients will love this protein packed meal. Fresh veggies give fun color and extra texture (and fiber) while mixed in with the lean pork tenderloin. Take small bites, eat slowly and enjoy this post-op friendly Asian style dish!

Chinese Pork with Green Beans

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Asian, Stove Top

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 179kcal

Author: Steph Wagner

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Ingredients

• 1 lb pork tenderloin, trimmed
• 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 packets natural no calorie sweetener ex: Truvia
• 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
• 10 oz steamed green beans Ex: store bought frozen steam bag
• 1 red bell pepper, diced

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Instructions

• Cut pork into small, one inch cubes.
• In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, vinegar, and sweetener; set sauce aside.
• Heat large skillet over medium-high. Add ginger, pepper flakes, and pork; cook, stirring, until pork is no longer pink, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
• While pork is cooking, microwave green beans per package instructions.
• To the skillet add green beans, bell pepper, and 2 tablespoons water; cook over high heat, stirring often, until peppers are tender, about 2 minutes.
• Add pork mixture, and reserved sauce. Cook, stirring, until pork is coated, about 1 minute. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 3oz | Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 334mg | Potassium: 689mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1460IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2mg