Stir-fried Pork with Watercress
Stir-fried Pork with Watercress is a classic Cantonese home-style dish featuring tender slices of pork quickly cooked with peppery watercress greens. The dish typically includes ingredients like sliced pork loin or belly, fresh watercress, garlic, ginger, and a savory sauce made from soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sometimes a splash of rice wine. It is a staple in Cantonese cuisine, particularly popular in Hong Kong and Guangdong province, often served as a simple yet flavorful side dish with steamed rice.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is relatively high in protein from the pork and low in carbohydrates, with moderate fat content depending on the cut of pork used. It provides essential nutrients such as iron, vitamin C, and vitamin K from the watercress, along with B vitamins from the pork, with a rough calorie estimate of around 250-300 calories per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Vitamin K | 120 mcg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin A | 200 mcg |
| Calcium | 100 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Watercress, a peppery green, is known for its high nutrient density and is often considered a 'superfood' for its rich vitamin content and antioxidant properties. In Cantonese cuisine, this dish is valued for its balance of flavors—savory from the pork and sauce, and slightly bitter or peppery from the watercress—making it a refreshing and nutritious choice for everyday meals.
