Asian Pork Lettuce Cups
Experience a fusion of bold flavors and fresh textures with these Pork Lettuce Cups. Inspired by the vibrant street foods of Asia, these cups offer a contemporary twist on traditional wraps, perfect for a light lunch or a delectable appetizer.
Ingredients
Pork Filling
300 g ground pork (minced pork) - preferably organic
1 tbsp vegetable oil - or peanut oil
2 cloves garlic - minced
1 tsp ginger - fresh, grated
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
2 tsp hoisin sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
4 stalks green onions - sliced thinly- 1 cup water chestnuts - diced
Assembly
8 leaves butter lettuce - washed and dried
1 handful cilantro - fresh, chopped- 1 small red chili - sliced, optional
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Once shimmering, add 2 cloves of minced garlic and 1 teaspoon of grated fresh ginger. Sauté briefly until aromatic, about 30 seconds.
- Add 300g (10.58 oz) of ground pork to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is browned and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes. Break up any large clumps with a wooden spoon for even cooking.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 2 teaspoons of hoisin sauce, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Add the sliced green onions and diced water chestnuts, stirring until combined and heated through.
- Remove the pork mixture from heat and let it rest for a moment. Prepare the butter lettuce leaves by arranging them on a large serving platter or individual plates.
- Spoon the cooked pork mixture generously into each lettuce cup. Garnish with fresh cilantro and, if desired, slices of red chili for an added kick.
Notes
- For added crunch, consider sprinkling toasted cashews or peanuts over the pork filling before serving.
- If you prefer a vegetarian option, tofu can replace the pork, using similar seasoning and cooking methods.
Nutrition
Calories: 305kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 15gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 461mgPotassium: 488mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1293IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 2mg
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