Zucchini Noodle Stir-Fry with Spicy Sesame Pork

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-19 · Updated 2026-05-19

Tender ground pork stir-fried with crunchy zucchini noodles and tossed in a spicy sesame sauce for a low-carb, flavorful dinner. This Asian-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs ground pork, zucchini, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz ground pork
• 3 medium, spiralized into noodles zucchini
• 3 tbsp (tamari for gluten free) soy sauce
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp fresh, minced ginger
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp red chili flakes
• 2 stalks, thinly sliced green onions
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz ground pork and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula until browned and cooked through.
2. Step 2: Add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp red chili flakes to the pork. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp sesame oil, mixing to coat the pork evenly.
4. Step 4: Add 3 medium spiralized zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss with pork for 2-3 minutes until the noodles soften but retain some crunch.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 thinly sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.