Whole30 Wu Xiang (Five-Spice Meat Rolls)

Transform your meal prep with this irresistible Whole30 Wu Xiang (Five-Spice Meat Rolls) recipe, a healthy twist on the classic Chinese street food. Packed with savory ground pork, crunchy water chestnuts, and aromatic five-spice powder, these flavorful rolls are seared to golden perfection and wrapped in crisp romaine or butter lettuce leaves for a refreshing, grain-free experience. Made with Whole30-compliant ingredients like coconut aminos and fish sauce, this dish balances rich umami with fresh, herbaceous notes, making it the perfect appetizer, snack, or light main course. Quick to prepare and easy to cook, these five-spice meat rolls are a satisfying option for anyone seeking a paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and dairy-free meal full of bold, authentic flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground pork
• 100 grams Water chestnuts, finely chopped
• 3 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon Fish sauce (Whole30 compliant)
• 1 teaspoon Five-spice powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground white pepper
• 1 large Egg (optional, for binding)
• 2 tablespoons Coconut flour
• 12 leaves Romaine or butter lettuce leaves
• 2 tablespoons Cooking fat (e.g., coconut oil or avocado oil)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped water chestnuts, green onions, minced garlic, coconut aminos, fish sauce, five-spice powder, and ground white pepper.

Step 2

If using an egg, crack it into the mixture to bind the ingredients together. If not, add the coconut flour to help bind. Mix thoroughly with your hands or a spoon until well-combined.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and shape each into a small cylindrical roll, about the size of your thumb.

Step 4

Heat the cooking fat in a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the meat rolls in batches. Sear each roll on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium-low and cover the skillet. Allow the rolls to cook through for an additional 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 6

Remove the cooked meat rolls from the skillet and let them cool slightly.

Step 7

To serve, wrap each meat roll in a lettuce leaf to create a crispy, fresh wrap. Serve immediately as a snack, appetizer, or main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(979.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2067.8

Total Fat 140.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 636mg	0%
Sodium 2367.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 15.6g
Protein 144.5g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 320.4mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 1383.2mg	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: 61.2%

Protein: 28.0%

Carbs: 10.8%