Best 15 Pork Lettuce Wraps Recipes

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Pork lettuce wraps are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of savory pork, crisp lettuce, and flavorful sauce creates a taste sensation that is sure to please. Whether you are looking for a quick weeknight meal or a party appetizer, pork lettuce wraps are a great option. With so many different variations on the classic recipe, you are sure to find one that suits your taste.

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

VIETNAMESE PORK LETTUCE WRAPS



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Casual, flavorful and low in carbohydrates, these Vietnamese Pork Lettuce Wraps are a perfect and low-fuss way to feed a group. Place the ingredients in separate dishes and let your guests assemble their own wrap, which allows them to personalize to suit their tastes. -Gretchen Barnes, Fairfax, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 24

1/2 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 medium carrots, julienned
1/2 medium onion, cut into thin slices
FILLING:
1 pound ground pork
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon mirin (sweet rice wine)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon fish sauce, optional
ASSEMBLY:
8 Bibb lettuce leaves
1/2 English cucumber, finely chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped
3 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup each coarsely chopped fresh basil, cilantro and mint
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1/4 cup salted peanuts, chopped
Hoisin sauce
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix vinegar, sugar and salt until blended. Stir in carrots and onion; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes., In a large skillet, cook pork, ginger and garlic over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until pork is no longer pink, breaking up pork into crumbles; drain. Stir in soy sauce, mirin, salt, pepper and, if desired, fish sauce., To serve, drain carrot mixture. Place pork mixture in lettuce leaves; top with cucumber, red pepper, green onions, carrot mixture and herbs. Sprinkle with jalapeno and peanuts; drizzle with hoisin sauce. Squeeze lime juice over tops. Fold lettuce over filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 312mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

ASIAN PORK LETTUCE WRAPS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 cups white rice
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, plus more for brushing
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Sriracha (Asian chile sauce), plus more for drizzling
1 1/2 teaspoons grated peeled ginger
1 large pork tenderloin (about 1 1/4 pounds), halved lengthwise
2 carrots, diced
1/2 English cucumber, diced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus wedges for serving
2 teaspoons packed light brown sugar
12 large Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves
Chopped fresh cilantro, for topping

Steps:

  • Combine the rice and 1 1/2 cups water in a medium saucepan; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and cook until most of the water is absorbed, about 4 minutes. Reduce the heat to low; cover and continue cooking until all of the water is absorbed, about 12 more minutes. Uncover and transfer to a large bowl to cool slightly.
  • Preheat a large grill pan or grill over medium heat and brush with oil. Combine 2 tablespoons soy sauce, the vegetable oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons Sriracha and 1 teaspoon ginger in a bowl; rub all over the pork. Transfer the pork to the grill pan; cook about 8 minutes per side for medium doneness. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes; thinly slice.
  • Stir the remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 1/2 teaspoons Sriracha and teaspoon ginger into the rice. Add the carrots, cucumber, lime juice and brown sugar and toss. Serve the rice and pork in the lettuce leaves; top with cilantro and drizzle with more Sriracha. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462 calorie, Fat 12 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 97 milligrams, Sodium 690 milligrams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 37 grams

PORK LETTUCE WRAPS



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My husband loves eating at PFChang's so I decided to try and duplicate their appetizer of lettuce wraps. I substituted a few items to make it original. He loves them so much I'll usually make a double batch and serve it as our main course. -Brenda Buerkle, Riverto, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon cold water
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon canola oil
FILLING:
1 pound ground pork
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms
3/4 cup sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped
1 teaspoon canola oil
6 green onions, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 package (8.8 ounces) thin rice noodles
12 large lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients until smooth; set aside., In a large skillet, cook pork over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Remove and keep warm. In the same pan, stir-fry the celery, mushrooms and water chestnuts in oil until crisp-tender. Add the onions, garlic and pepper flakes; stir-fry 1 minute longer. Add pork; heat through., Meanwhile, cook noodles according to package directions. Rinse under cold water; drain well and set aside., Stir cornstarch mixture; add to pork mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Divide rice noodles among lettuce leaves; top with pork mixture. Fold lettuce over filling.

Nutrition Facts :

GINGER PORK LETTUCE WRAPS



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When I make Asian-spiced lettuce wraps with lean ground pork, I remind my family they're meant to be an appetizer-but maybe I should just call it supper. -Mary Kisinger, Medicine Hat, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound lean ground pork
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons Thai chili sauce
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped
4 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon sesame oil
24 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook pork and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until pork is no longer pink and onion is tender, breaking up pork into crumbles., Stir in hoisin sauce, garlic, ginger, vinegar, soy sauce and chili sauce until blended. Add water chestnuts, green onions and oil; heat through. To serve, place pork mixture in lettuce leaves; fold lettuce over filling. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GRILLED PORK LETTUCE WRAPS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh lemongrass
2 shallots, finely chopped
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for brushing
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds thin boneless pork chops
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon grated carrot
1 teaspoon Asian chile sauce, such as sambal oelek
1 clove garlic, minced
1 head Boston lettuce, leaves separated
1/2 bunch mint
1/2 bunch basil
1/2 bunch cilantro
1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
1 red jalapeno pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1 cup prepared fried shallots, scallions or onions
1 bag Asian shrimp chips

Steps:

  • Prepare the pork: Mash the garlic into a paste with the flat side of a knife. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in the lemongrass, shallots, brown sugar, fish sauce, soy sauce, vegetable oil and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Add the pork and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
  • Make the sauce: Whisk the lime juice, fish sauce, granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 cup water in a small bowl. Stir in the carrot, chile sauce and garlic.
  • Preheat a grill to high. Brush the grill with vegetable oil. Remove the pork from the marinade and grill until well marked, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes, then cut into strips. Arrange the pork and lettuce on a platter; set out the herbs, cucumber, jalapeno and fried shallots for fixings. Assemble the lettuce wraps and serve with the carrot sauce and shrimp chips.

ASIAN GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN LETTUCE WRAPS



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I make this on one night, and "Tacos Al Pastor" on the second night because the two recipes share a lot of ingredients, but taste nothing alike. Tacos Al Pastor also requires overnight marinating, so this dish can be made the day the ingredients are purchase, while Tacos Al Pastor marinates for the second night. This recipe is also super healthy.

Provided by larchie

Categories     Pork

Time 1h42m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup pineapple juice
2 tablespoons ginger, fresh, peeled, and finely chopped
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sherry wine
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb pork tenderloin, trimmed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup carrot, shredded
1/3 cup mint, fresh and chopped
1/3 cup basil, fresh and chopped
1/4 cup cilantro, fresh and chopped
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper, crushed and dried
1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
8 boston lettuce leaves
1 cup mung bean sprouts

Steps:

  • To prepare pork, combine first six ingredients and mix well; add pork and marinate for one hour in the refrigerator, turning occasionally. Prepare grill to medium high heat in this time. Remove pork from marinade, and discard marinade. Sprinkle pork with salt.
  • Place pork on grill rack coated with cooking spray. Cook to an internal temperature of 155 (about 22 minutes), turning occasionally. Remove from heat, and let stand 10 minutes. Cut into 1/2 inch slices, and then slice into thin strips; keep warm.
  • To prepare salad, combine carrot and next six ingredients (through jalapeno) in medium bowl, toss well.
  • Place 1-1/2 oz of pork on each 8 lettuce leaves; top each evenly with 1/4 c salad mixture and 2 tbsp of bean sprouts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.6, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 74.8, Sodium 687.6, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 3.9, Protein 25.8

HOISIN PORK LETTUCE WRAPS



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A simple little stir-fry with lots of flavor, low fat, and a nice crunch! makes a great brunch food.

Provided by Lazarus

Categories     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 16 wraps

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 lb pork loin (or chicken)
2 cups shiitake mushrooms or 2 cups portabella mushrooms, sliced
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
sea salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 small red pepper, seeded and finely chopped
0.5 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
3 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
16 romaine lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large wok or skillet.
  • Cook pork over medium-high heat until pork is opaque.
  • Add mushrooms and cook until they begin to turn golden.
  • Add garlic, ginger, red pepper, water chestnuts, green onions, salt and pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Add hoisin and toss to coat.
  • Transfer to platter and serve with lettuce leaves.
  • To eat, simply fill leaves with pork mixture, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.9, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 17.1, Sodium 80.9, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 6.6

LUAU PORK LETTUCE WRAPS



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I first made this recipe when our family took a trip to a beach house in Florida. On my night to cook, I did a luau theme and used this recipe as the appetizer. These are still a favorite today! -Joyce Conway, Westerville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 teaspoons sea salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 to 4 pounds)
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
1/3 cup chili garlic sauce
1 pound baby portobello mushrooms, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple
2 cans (8 ounces each) sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped
Bibb lettuce leaves
Chopped green onions, optional

Steps:

  • Rub salt and pepper over roast; transfer to a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Combine ketchup, hoisin and chili sauce; pour over roast. Top with mushrooms, onion and pineapple. Cook, covered, on low until pork is tender, 6-8 hours., Remove roast; cool slightly. Strain cooking juices. Reserve vegetables and 1/2 to 1-1/2 cups juices; discard remaining juices. Skim fat from reserved juices. Shred pork with 2 forks. Return pork and reserved vegetables slow cooker; pour desired amount of reserved cooking juices over pork mixture and stir to combine. Stir in water chestnuts; heat through. Serve in lettuce leaves; top with green onions, if desired. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, stirring occasionally; add broth if necessary. Serve with lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 1017mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

ASIAN-STYLE PULLED PORK LETTUCE WRAPS



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Make and share this Asian-Style Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bobswagman

Categories     Pork

Time 6h15m

Yield 6-7 lettuce wraps, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (5 lb) pork butt, sliced in half
1 cup teriyaki sauce
1/2 cup sweet and sour sauce
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons of sliced gingerroot
5 garlic cloves, mashed and minced
salt and pepper
1 leaf bibb lettuce, to serve

Steps:

  • Add pork to a slow cooker with teriyaki sauce, sweet and sour sauce, hoisin sauce, sliced ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook on low for 6-8 hours with the lid covered, until cooked to your liking. Chop with a knife until shredded. Serve on a large platter with Bibb lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1424.1, Fat 90.3, SaturatedFat 31.1, Cholesterol 375.5, Sodium 3722, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 22.1, Protein 112.5

HAWAIIAN PULLED PORK LETTUCE WRAPS



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We love this easy slow-cooker recipe on Sunday afternoons. It's equally comforting and light for lunch or dinner. We serve ours with sweet potato oven fries and roasted green beans. -Arlene Rakoczy, Gilbert, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 to 4 pounds)
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
18 Boston or Bibb lettuce leaves
Thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • Rub roast with sage, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Place in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Top with pineapple and ginger. Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 6-8 hours., Remove roast; shred with 2 forks. Strain cooking juices. Reserve pineapple and 1 cup juices; discard remaining juices. Skim fat from reserved juices. Return pork and cooking juices to slow cooker; stir in remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Heat through. Serve in lettuce leaves with reserved pineapple and, if desired, green onions., Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture and juices in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 23g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 135mg cholesterol, Sodium 535mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

GINGER PORK LETTUCE WRAPS



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this recipe is adapted from the march 2005 food and wine magazine. easy and tasty, 2 requirements to weeknight dinners. i served this as an appetizer, but i guess it could be a light lunch too. The meat should be sliced very thin before it's boiled; to make slicing easier, freeze the loin for an hour first. The kimchi, a Korean pickled cabbage is sold in supermarkets and Asian groceries.there are also alot of good recipes here, i recommend recipe #50792 kimchee in a day by sharon 123..

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup pine nuts
3 quarts water
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 lbs pork loin, sliced 1/8 inch thick
1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
2 heads boston lettuce, leaves separated
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1 cup cabbage kimchi (8 ounces)

Steps:

  • in a small dry skillet, toast the pine nuts over low heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
  • transfer the pine nuts to a small bowl and let cool.
  • in a large saucepan, combine the water with the salt and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • add the pork and cook, stirring, until white, about 1 1/2 minutes.
  • drain the pork in a colander, then transfer it to a serving bowl and toss with the ginger.
  • spread the lettuce leaves in a basket and spoon the kimchi into a small bowl.
  • serve yourselves, filling the lettuce leaves with hoisin sauce,the ginger pork, kimchi and pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601.2, Fat 40.2, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 136.6, Sodium 3860.6, Carbohydrate 10.6, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 5.6, Protein 48.3

PORK PICADILLO LETTUCE WRAPS



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Warm pork and cool, crisp lettuce are a combination born in culinary heaven. My spin on a lettuce wrap is chock-full of scrumptious flavor and spice. -Janice Elder, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 3h

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)
1 large onion, chopped
1 small Granny Smith apple, peeled and chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed olives
24 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Mix garlic and seasonings; rub over pork. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add onion, apple, sweet pepper and tomatoes. Cook, covered, on low 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until meat is tender. , Remove pork; cool slightly. Shred meat into bite-size pieces; return to slow cooker. Stir in raisins and olives; heat through. Serve in lettuce leaves; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

SPICY GINGER PORK IN LETTUCE LEAVES (WRAPS)



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From "Food and Wine" magazine, September 2006 ed. I decreased the amount of oil used. This does require quite an inventory of ingredients, but it is worth it!

Provided by dawn2701

Categories     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 24 wraps, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 lb ground pork
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
1 garlic clove, minced (or 1 tsp. minced garlic)
1 tablespoon crushed ginger (from a jar)
1 tablespoon thai sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts (drained and diced)
2 scallions (thinly sliced)
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1 head boston lettuce (leaves separated and rinsed)

Steps:

  • 1. Combine first 7 ingredients.
  • 2. Stir-fry mixture over high heat, breaking up pork, and cooking through until brown (about 8 minutes).
  • 3. Stir in remaining ingredients and remove from heat.
  • 4. Serve family style with pork mixture in a bowl and lettuce leaves stacked on a plate.

SWEET CHILI PORK LETTUCE WRAPS



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This is a quick, easy weeknight meal. Place washed lettuce leaves in a side bowl and roll the wraps one at a time. Simply delicious!!

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Pork

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb pork tenderloin, trimmed, thinly sliced crosswise
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon soya sauce, 30% less salt, divided
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, divided
1 tablespoon freshly minced ginger
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
2 cups sliced red peppers
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1/4 cup water
1 large head lettuce (Boston or iceburg)
1/4 cup seasoned dry roasted peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine pork, baking soda, and soya sauce. Set aside to marinate 5 minutes.
  • In a large non-stick skillet, heat 1 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat. Cook pork until browned, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add remaining oil to the skillet and cook ginger, mushrooms and red peppers until softened, about 3 minutes. Add pork, green onions, sweet chili sauce and water to the skillet. Cook, stirring until the pork is cooked through, about 4 minutes.
  • Spoon pork mixture onto lettuce leaves, sprinkle with peanuts. Roll up and enjoy with a side of rice or substitute flour tortillas for the lettuce wraps, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.8, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 818.1, Carbohydrate 16.6, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 8.6, Protein 30.9

PRESSURE-COOKER PORK PICADILLO LETTUCE WRAPS



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Warm pork and cool, crisp lettuce are a combination born in culinary heaven. My spin on a lettuce wrap is chock full of scrumptious flavor and spice. -Janice Elder, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)
1 large onion, chopped
1 small Granny Smith apple, peeled and chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 cup water
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed olives
24 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Mix garlic and seasonings; rub over pork. Transfer to a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Add onion, apple, sweet pepper, tomatoes and water. Lock lid; make sure vent is closed. Select manual setting; adjust pressure to high and set time for 25 minutes. When finished cooking, allow pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes and then quick-release any remaining pressure according to manufacturer's instructions. , Remove pork; cool slightly. Shred meat into bite-size pieces; return to pressure cooker. , Select saute setting and adjust for low heat. Stir in raisins and olives; heat through. Serve in lettuce leaves; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right lettuce: Boston, Bibb, or butter lettuce work best for wraps because their leaves are large and sturdy enough to hold the fillings.
  • Prep the lettuce: Wash the lettuce leaves thoroughly and pat them dry. Remove the tough center ribs from the leaves.
  • Cook the pork: Ground pork, sliced pork tenderloin, or pork shoulder can all be used in these wraps. Season the pork with your favorite spices and cook it until it is cooked through.
  • Assemble the wraps: Place a lettuce leaf on a plate. Add a scoop of cooked pork, some shredded vegetables, and a drizzle of sauce. Fold the lettuce leaf over the fillings and enjoy!
  • Get creative with your fillings: In addition to the classic pork, lettuce, and vegetable combination, you can also add other ingredients to your wraps, such as rice, noodles, beans, or cheese.

Conclusion:

Pork lettuce wraps are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover pork. With a variety of fillings to choose from, you can customize your wraps to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give pork lettuce wraps a try!

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