Tropical Meat Slaw
Tropical Meat Slaw pairs juicy seared pulled pork with lightly sautéed cabbage for a mix of tender and crisp textures. Sweet red bell pepper and cilantro brighten each bite, while seasoned rice vinegar and a hint of sriracha bring tang and gentle heat. Serve it warm or room temperature for summer lunches, potlucks, or an easy weeknight dinner.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Tropical Meat Slaw, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 43 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 11 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 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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- 34
- Heart Health
- 69
- Metabolic
- 38
- Digestive
- 30
- Inflammatory
- 43
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Halve and core the cabbage; cut each half into 2 pieces, then slice the cabbage into 1/4-inch strips; set aside.
- 2
Add the green onions, bell pepper, and garlic to a large mixing bowl. Using a vegetable peeler, shave thin strips of carrot over the top.
- 3
Set a nonstick skillet over high heat and add the pork. Cook until the pork is very hot and a brown crust forms on the meat, about 5 minutes. If the meat is lean, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan as needed. Pour the hot pork over the veggies and use tongs to mix and combine.
- 4
Add 2 tablespoons of oil to the same pan and return it to high heat. Add the cabbage and salt. Cook, stirring, until the cabbage softens and begins to brown in spots while still keeping a bit of crunch.
- 5
Add the cabbage, black pepper, Sriracha, and rice vinegar to the bowl; mix the slaw thoroughly. Add the cilantro and mix thoroughly. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper, heat, and vinegar as needed.
- 6
Serve hot, warm, or at room temperature, garnished with thinly sliced green onion. If making ahead, warm the slaw before serving.
- Calories 352.56 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 17.16 g Good Source 34%
- Carbohydrate 43.59 g 16%
- Total Fat 12.39 g Moderate 16%
- Saturated Fat 2.43 g Moderate 12%
- Trans Fat 0.03 g High --
- Cholesterol 38.18 mg Moderate 13%
- Sodium 795.8 mg High 35%
- Dietary Fiber 5.08 g Moderate 18%
- Total Sugars 17.95 g --
- Added Sugars 0.18 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 141.89 mg Moderate 11%
- Iron 2.34 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 746.84 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin A 40.4 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 71.79 mg Good Source 80%
- Vitamin D 0.42 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Tropical Meat Slaw is an American side dish recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Avocado Oil, Black Pepper, Carrot, and Fresh Cilantro. Each serving provides about 352.56 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Tropical Meat Slaw?
- It is an American slaw recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Tropical Meat Slaw made of?
- The main ingredients are Avocado Oil, Black Pepper, Carrot, Fresh Cilantro, Garlic. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Tropical Meat Slaw?
- About 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 352.56 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Tropical Meat Slaw easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Tropical Meat Slaw healthy?
- Tropical Meat Slaw has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 352.56 calories and 17.16 g of protein, or 34% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 795.8 mg (35% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.43 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic, 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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