Pork and Cauliflower “Rice” Stir-Fry with Heat
Pork and Cauliflower “Rice” Stir-Fry with Heat brings tender pork, riced cauliflower, and mushrooms together in a savory-sweet umami sauce balanced by sesame, soy, and a hint of fish sauce. Pops of poblano and red pepper flakes add warmth without overwhelming the palate. Serve it for a weeknight dinner when you want takeout vibes with a lighter, veggie-forward twist.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook12 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pork and Cauliflower “Rice” Stir-Fry with Heat, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 22 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 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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- 28
- Heart Health
- 88
- Metabolic
- 53
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 59
- Performance
- 53
- General Wellness
- 1
Pulse the cauliflower in a food processor until it looks like rice.
- 2
Heat sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat.
- 3
Season the pork chops with five-spice powder; cook until the pork is slightly pink in the center, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- 4
Check with an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center; it should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
- 5
Transfer the pork chops to a cutting board to rest.
- 6
Whisk the soy sauce, brown sugar, fish sauce, red pepper flakes, and ginger together in a bowl.
- 7
Return the wok to medium heat; cook and stir the mushrooms, onion, carrot, and poblano chile until tender, about 4 minutes.
- 8
Cut the pork chops into cubes.
- 9
Push the mushroom mixture to one side of the wok.
- 10
Add the eggs; cook and stir until scrambled, 1 to 2 minutes.
- 11
Stir the mushroom mixture and eggs together in the wok.
- 12
Stir in the cauliflower and the soy sauce mixture; add the pork cubes.
- 13
Cook until the cauliflower is tender, 3 to 4 minutes more.
- 14
Garnish with green onions.
- Calories 343.72 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 26.96 g Good Source 54%
- Carbohydrate 22.38 g 8%
- Total Fat 17.25 g High 22%
- Saturated Fat 4.58 g High 23%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 174.15 mg High 58%
- Sodium 699.69 mg High 30%
- Dietary Fiber 7.79 g Good Source 28%
- Total Sugars 9.88 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 70.22 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 3.63 mg Good Source 20%
- Potassium 622.89 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin A 38.46 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 91.31 mg Good Source 101%
- Vitamin D 0.58 mcg Low Source 3%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Fish 🐟
- Eggs 🥚
- Sesame
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Pork and Cauliflower "Rice" Stir Fry with Heat is made with 15 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 32 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Boneless Loin Pork Chop, Brown Sugar, Cauliflower, and Diced Carrots. Each serving provides about 343.72 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pork and Cauliflower “Rice” Stir-Fry with Heat made of?
- The main ingredients are Boneless Loin Pork Chop, Brown Sugar, Cauliflower, Diced Carrots, Eggs. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pork and Cauliflower “Rice” Stir-Fry with Heat?
- About 32 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 12 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 343.72 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pork and Cauliflower “Rice” Stir-Fry with Heat easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 14 steps.
- Is Pork and Cauliflower “Rice” Stir-Fry with Heat healthy?
- Pork and Cauliflower “Rice” Stir-Fry with Heat has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 343.72 calories and 26.96 g of protein, or 54% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 699.69 mg (30% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.58 g (23% of the Daily Value). It contains Fish, Eggs, Sesame 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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