A healthy, exotic second course with no added fats
If you're looking for an original, light, and tasty idea to vary your weekly menu, you've come to the right place! Today I'm sharing a simple yet surprising recipe: Light Star Fruit Soup , a fragrant dish packed with flavor, perfect for those following a balanced diet.
An unexpected combination: meat and exotic fruit
Carambola – or starfruit – is a tropical fruit that is still little known, but with truly interesting properties:
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It has few calories
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It is rich in fiber, vitamin C, mineral salts and antioxidants
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It gives a fresh and slightly acidic touch to dishes, ideal for enhancing meat-based preparations
In this recipe, star fruit meets pork neck steak , which is cooked without added fat , along with aromatic spices like rosemary, sage, garlic powder , and pink peppercorns . The result? A balanced, fragrant, and truly delicious main course.
INGREDIENTS (for 2 servings)
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200-300 g of coppa steaks
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1 ripe carambola
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1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
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1/2 teaspoon vegetable stock granules
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Garlic powder to taste
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Pink peppercorns to taste
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1 sprig of rosemary
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3-4 sage leaves
Procedure (you can also watch the video recipe!)
👉 Watch the step-by-step video here:
🎥 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A8il6jgiQMA
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Wash the carambola well, cut it into thin slices and set it aside.
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In a non-stick pan, brown the coppa steaks with the rosemary , sage , garlic powder and pink pepper , without adding oil or butter.
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Add the star fruit , the granulated broth dissolved in very little water and the cornstarch to bind the flavours.
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Let it cook over medium heat for a few minutes, until the meat is well cooked and the star fruit is softened.
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Serve piping hot, garnished with a few slices of fruit and a sprinkling of pink pepper.
Why you'll love this recipe:
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It's light but tasty
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Bring an exotic touch to the table
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It can be prepared in just a few minutes
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Does not require added fat
A perfect dish for those who want to eat healthily without sacrificing taste!
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