Herb-Ginger Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Water Chestnuts
Thinly sliced pork is stir-fried with colorful bell peppers, celery, carrot, Brussels sprouts, onion, water chestnuts, and aromatic garlic and ginger. Fresh parsley and mint add a bright herbal finish, while the vegetables bring plenty of contrasting crunch without relying on added salt. Serve this lively, satisfying dish for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Herb-Ginger Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Water Chestnuts, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 14 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 62
- Heart Health
- 84
- Metabolic
- 59
- Digestive
- 38
- Inflammatory
- 52
- Performance
- 63
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork strips and fry until almost browned. Add red, yellow, and green bell peppers, carrot, and Brussels sprouts, and toss to coat with oil. Pour in enough water to coat the bottom of the pan and cook, stirring constantly, until the peppers begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in garlic, onion, parsley, and celery. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, then add ginger and simmer for a few more minutes. Stir in water chestnuts and mint, and simmer for 2 to 3 more minutes to blend the flavors. Serve when done.
- 3
Reduce heat to medium and stir in 4 cloves of Minced [ingredient:b45b4bcf-76b1-459b-9360-81a88db896d0] Clove(s), 0.25 cups of Chopped [ingredient:52a10310-7a13-4bc8-80ed-4cce6945a786], 4 sprigs of Chopped [ingredient:e1b6db59-a858-469f-aa5a-60709fe8ba21], and 3 stalk of Chopped [ingredient:93bed200-331a-4659-9897-f921abffa89a]; simmer for 5 to 7 minutes.
- 4
Add 2 whole of Chopped [ingredient:cffb6124-dd37-43fc-a2ec-76360ad14004] Root and simmer a few minutes more.
- 5
Stir in 4 oz of Chopped [ingredient:51ccf0d2-97da-42dd-a280-82d6796a5fb6] and 2 sprigs of Chopped [ingredient:38771b2f-9832-4188-aea1-d14971fda754] and simmer 2 to 3 minutes to blend flavors.
- Calories 654.11 kcal High 33%
- Protein 31.66 g Good Source 63%
- Carbohydrate 70.7 g 26%
- Total Fat 25.63 g High 33%
- Saturated Fat 5.32 g High 27%
- Trans Fat 0.06 g High --
- Cholesterol 76.66 mg High 26%
- Sodium 235.95 mg Moderate 10%
- Dietary Fiber 13.53 g Good Source 48%
- Total Sugars 12.17 g --
- Added Sugars 0.3 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 107.91 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 3.72 mg Good Source 21%
- Potassium 1640.33 mg Good Source 35%
- Vitamin A 138.26 mcg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin C 106.67 mg Good Source 119%
- Vitamin D 0.77 mcg Low Source 4%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Celery
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Herb Ginger Pork Stir Fry with Bell Peppers and Water Chestnuts is made with 14 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 50 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Boneless Loin Pork Roast, Brussels Sprout, Carrot, and Celery. Each serving provides about 654.11 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Herb-Ginger Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Water Chestnuts made of?
- The main ingredients are Boneless Loin Pork Roast, Brussels Sprout, Carrot, Celery, Fresh Ginger. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Herb-Ginger Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Water Chestnuts?
- About 50 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 654.11 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Herb-Ginger Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Water Chestnuts easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Herb-Ginger Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Water Chestnuts healthy?
- Herb-Ginger Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Water Chestnuts has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 654.11 calories and 31.66 g of protein, or 63% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 235.95 mg (10% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.32 g (27% of the Daily Value). It contains Celery, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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