Pork in Lettuce Leaf Cups

Transform your dining experience with these vibrant and flavorful Pork in Lettuce Leaf Cups! This easy yet impressive recipe features tender ground pork stir-fried with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a trio of savory sauces—soy, oyster, and hoisin—infused with sesame oil for a tantalizing depth of flavor. Crunchy water chestnuts, grated carrot, and chopped green onions add texture and freshness, while crisp iceberg or butter lettuce leaves serve as a light, refreshing base. Perfect for a quick 30-minute dinner or an elegant appetizer, these handheld delights are as fun to eat as they are delicious. Top them off with optional crushed peanuts and sliced red chili for a garnish that packs a punch of crunch and spice. Whether you’re hosting guests or looking for a healthy, low-carb meal, these lettuce wraps are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams Ground pork
• 12 pieces Iceberg or butter lettuce leaves
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
• 3 stalks Green onions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 medium Carrot, grated
• 225 grams Water chestnuts, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Crushed peanuts (optional, for garnish)
• 1 piece Red chili, finely sliced (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Separate the lettuce leaves carefully, wash them thoroughly, and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground pork to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon or spatula, until it is browned and fully cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil, mixing well to coat the pork evenly in the seasoning.

Step 6

Add the grated carrot, chopped water chestnuts, and green onions to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly tender but still have a bit of crunch.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and let the pork mixture cool slightly for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Spoon the pork mixture evenly into the prepared lettuce leaves. Be careful not to overfill to make them easy to hold and eat.

Step 9

Garnish with crushed peanuts and finely sliced red chili, if desired, for added crunch and a bit of heat.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Pork in Lettuce Leaf Cups!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1124.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2144.3

Total Fat 142.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.0g
Cholesterol 405.5mg	0%
Sodium 2241.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 25.2g
Protein 130.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 293.5mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 2313.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.3%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 16.5%