Best 2 Pork Picadillo Lettuce Wraps Recipes

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Pork picadillo is a versatile dish that can be used in tacos, burritos, and empanadas. However, it is also a delicious and easy-to-make filling for lettuce wraps. Pork picadillo lettuce wraps are a great option for a quick and healthy meal, and they are also a fun and interactive way to serve food. Lettuce wraps are a great way to lighten up your favorite dishes and cut back on carbs. Plus, they're fun and interactive – each person can assemble their own wrap with their favorite toppings.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PORK PICADILLO LETTUCE WRAPS



Pork Picadillo Lettuce Wraps image

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.

PRESSURE-COOKER PORK PICADILLO LETTUCE WRAPS



Pressure-Cooker Pork Picadillo Lettuce Wraps image

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:

  • To make the pork picadillo, you can use ground pork, ground beef, or a combination of both.
  • If you don't have tomato sauce, you can use diced tomatoes or tomato paste.
  • To make the lettuce wraps, you can use any type of lettuce you like. Bibb lettuce, Boston lettuce, or iceberg lettuce all work well.
  • To make the dressing, you can use any type of vinegar you like. Rice vinegar, white vinegar, or apple cider vinegar all work well.
  • You can add other vegetables to the pork picadillo, such as diced carrots, celery, or bell peppers.
  • You can also add other herbs and spices to the pork picadillo, such as cumin, chili powder, or oregano.

Conclusion:

Pork picadillo lettuce wraps are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The pork picadillo is flavorful and juicy, and the lettuce wraps are a healthy and refreshing way to serve it. This recipe is also very versatile, so you can easily customize it to your own liking.

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