Diabetic-Friendly Grilled Squash With Nuoc Cham Chimichurri
🧵 Ingredients
- 2½ lb. zucchini and/or other summer squash (about 12 small)
- 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
- 1½ tsp. Diamond Crystal or ¾ tsp. Morton kosher salt, divided, plus more
- ½ bunch parsley, tough stems removed
- 1 shallot, coarsely chopped
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 jalapeño, coarsely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 2 Tbsp. fish sauce (preferably Red Boat)
- 1 Tbsp. allulose/monk fruit sweetener
- 1 cup (tightly packed) mint leaves, plus more for serving
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
🧪 Full Nutrition (per serving)
🌍 Origin & History
The ancient Hawaiians invented modern pulled pork. They would dig an imu (underground oven), line it with hot stones, and slow-cook a whole pig for hours until the meat fell off the bone. European explorers brought pigs to the islands, and the tradition of kalua pig was born. Today, any pork shoulder or butt can be transformed the same way — low heat until the collagen breaks down into buttery, shreddable perfection.
🥗 Diabetic-Friendly Pairings
Grilled asparagus, coleslaw (light dressing), roasted Brussels sprouts
🧐 Why This Recipe Works for Diabetics
Quantities adjusted ~10% for diabetic macros
Diabetic modifications:
- 1 Tbsp. sugar → 1 Tbsp. allulose/monk fruit sweetener
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