Keto Filipino Lumpiang Sariwa, also known as Fresh Spring Rolls, is a traditional Filipino dish that consists of fresh vegetables, meat or shrimp, and a savory peanut sauce. The key characteristic of Lumpiang Sariwa is that it is not fried like its counterpart, Lumpiang Shanghai (fried spring rolls), making it a healthier option.
Here’s a keto-friendly version of Lumpiang Sariwa:
Filipino Lumpiang Sariwa Fresh Spring Rolls with Cabbage Recipe (Keto-friendly)
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Serving Size: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 large cabbage leaves (for wrappers)
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb pork belly or ground pork
- 1 cup jicama (singkamas), julienned
- 1 cup cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup green beans, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, minced
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos (or soy sauce for non-Keto)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lettuce leaves (for serving)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley (for garnish)
- Hard-boiled eggs, sliced (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Filling:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook pork belly or ground pork until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and onion. Cook until fragrant and translucent.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
- Stir in julienned jicama, shredded cabbage, green beans, and bean sprouts. Cook for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Season with fish sauce, coconut aminos (or soy sauce), salt, and pepper. Add chicken broth and simmer for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Assemble the Lumpia:
- Lay a cabbage leaf flat. Place a lettuce leaf on top (optional, for added freshness and stability).
- Spoon a generous amount of the filling onto the cabbage leaf.
- Roll the cabbage leaf tightly, tucking in the sides as you go, similar to a burrito.
Serve:
- Place the Keto Lumpiang Sariwa on a serving plate.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.
- Optionally, serve with hard-boiled egg slices on the side.
Nutrition Information per serving:
- Calories: Approximately 300 kcal
- Protein: 20g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 7g
- Net Carbs: 8g
Tips:
- Ensure the cabbage leaves are blanched briefly in hot water if they are too stiff to roll.
- Adjust seasoning according to your taste preferences, adding more salt, pepper, or coconut aminos as needed.
- Serve immediately while warm, or refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days.
Enjoy these Keto Filipino Lumpiang Sariwa with cabbage for a delicious and low-carb twist on a classic Filipino dish!
