Easy Peasy Chinese Pork Lettuce Wraps Recipe 🍽️😋
These Chinese Pork Lettuce Wraps combine the savory goodness of seasoned ground pork with fresh, crunchy lettuce leaves. Packed with vegetables and topped with cashews and scallions, they’re quick, easy, and perfect for a healthy, flavor-packed meal.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 medium carrots finely diced
- 8 oz. mushrooms chopped
- 1 lb. ground pork
- 1 8 oz. can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 8-10 large lettuce leaves butter lettuce or iceberg works best
- 2 scallions sliced
- ¼ cup roasted salted cashews roughly chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet:In a large, deep skillet over medium heat, add the coconut oil.
- Cook the Vegetables and Pork: Add the diced onion, minced garlic, carrots, mushrooms, and ground pork. Season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pork is browned and the vegetables are soft.
- Add Water Chestnuts: Stir in the chopped water chestnuts and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the pork is fully cooked.
- Prepare the Sauce: Lower the heat to medium-low and add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Stir occasionally and cook for 6-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Assemble the Wraps: Spoon the pork mixture into the lettuce leaves. Top with sliced scallions and chopped roasted cashews.
- Serve: Serve the wraps with lime wedges for an added zesty flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute ground pork with ground chicken or turkey for a leaner option.
- Butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce works best as they create sturdy cups to hold the filling.
- For a vegan option, substitute pork with plant-based ground meat or tofu and replace oyster sauce with hoisin sauce.
- The pork mixture can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Reheat before assembling the lettuce wraps.
Pair these wraps with steamed rice or a light green salad. A side of soy or hoisin sauce makes for a great dip. Add a glass of chilled white wine or iced tea for a refreshing combo!