Pork Tofu with Watercress and Bean Sprouts
Pork Tofu with Watercress and Bean Sprouts brings together tender soy-braised pork, silky tofu, and crisp greens for a satisfying balance of savory depth and fresh bite. Ginger and coarse black pepper lend warmth and gentle heat, while the quick-simmered watercress and bean sprouts keep things bright. Ideal for a comforting weeknight dinner that still tastes lively and clean.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pork Tofu with Watercress and Bean Sprouts, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 13
- Heart Health
- 61
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the pork in a wok or skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until the pork is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Add the soy sauce, water, ginger, and black pepper, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Lower the heat to medium, cover, and simmer until the meat is tender, about 40 minutes.
- 2
Stir in the watercress and bean sprouts, and keep simmering until tender but still crisp, about 10 minutes more. Add the tofu, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes more.
- Calories 236.43 kcal Moderate 12%
- Protein 31.3 g Good Source 63%
- Carbohydrate 6.88 g 3%
- Total Fat 9.48 g Moderate 12%
- Saturated Fat 3.05 g Moderate 15%
- Trans Fat 0.08 g High --
- Cholesterol 75.98 mg High 25%
- Sodium 1721.07 mg High 75%
- Dietary Fiber 1.34 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 1.66 g --
- Added Sugars 0.93 g Low Source 2%
- Calcium 51.4 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 2.24 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 831.19 mg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin A 26.38 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.78 mcg Low Source 4%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Fish 🐟
- Soy 🌱
About This Recipe
Pork Tofu with Watercress and Bean Sprouts is made with 7 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 1 hr 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bean Sprouts, Black Pepper, Boneless Loin Pork Roast, and Firm Tofu. Each serving provides about 236.43 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pork Tofu with Watercress and Bean Sprouts made of?
- The main ingredients are Bean Sprouts, Black Pepper, Boneless Loin Pork Roast, Firm Tofu, Fresh Ginger. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pork Tofu with Watercress and Bean Sprouts?
- About 1 hr 20 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 236.43 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pork Tofu with Watercress and Bean Sprouts easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Pork Tofu with Watercress and Bean Sprouts healthy?
- Pork Tofu with Watercress and Bean Sprouts has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 236.43 calories and 31.3 g of protein, or 63% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1721.07 mg (75% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.05 g (15% of the Daily Value). It contains Fish and Soy, 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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