CHAR SIU PORK LETTUCE CUPS

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The Asian influence here in the Hawaiian islands inspired my char siu recipe. It's tasty as is, in a bun, on a lettuce cup or over rice. We make it often so we have leftovers to add to fried rice, ramen and salads. -Karen Naihe, Kamuela, Hawaii

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h25m

Yield 32 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 to 4 pounds)
1/2 cup chicken broth
32 Bibb lettuce leaves
Shredded carrots, sliced green onions, shredded red cabbage and toasted sesame seeds, optional

Steps:

  • Combine first seven ingredients; pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add pork; turn to coat. Refrigerate overnight., Transfer pork and marinade to a 4-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, 5-6 hours on low or until tender. Remove; when cool enough to handle, shred meat using two forks. Skim fat from cooking juices; stir in chicken broth. Thicken if desired. Return pork to slow cooker and heat through. Serve pork in lettuce leaf and garnish with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Ojo Johnson Olusegun
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my lettuce cups fell apart. I think I should have used a different type of lettuce.


Parvez Wahid
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This dish is way too expensive to make at home. I could get the same thing from a restaurant for half the price.


Hannah Jacot
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could use some more spices.


Rasel Sagor
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my char siu pork turned out dry. Maybe I cooked it for too long.


Dalia Elgendy
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This is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have leftover rice in my fridge, and this is a great way to use it up.


Karin Vanwyk
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I love how versatile this dish is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Ivy Nungesser
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very affordable.


Joanna Angelo
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I made these lettuce cups for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


ZÆDII X
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These lettuce cups are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the char siu pork and the crunchy lettuce.


Qamar sawan
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I'm not a big fan of lettuce wraps, but I really enjoyed these. The char siu pork was tender and flavorful, and the hoisin sauce was the perfect dipping sauce.


Thato John
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This is a great dish to make for a party. It's easy to make ahead of time and can be served at room temperature.


Fazee Mughal
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The char siu pork is savory and slightly sweet, and the hoisin sauce adds a nice tanginess.


Jada Lashay
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These lettuce cups are the perfect appetizer or light meal. They're easy to make and packed with flavor.


Levi Matic
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I'm always looking for new ways to make lettuce wraps, and this is definitely one of my favorites. The char siu pork is so flavorful, and the hoisin sauce is the perfect finishing touch.


Andrea Kaisa
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover char siu pork. I had some leftover from a takeout order, and this was the perfect way to use it up.


Companion Animal outreach
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I was a bit skeptical about this dish, but I'm so glad I tried it! The char siu pork was tender and flavorful, and the lettuce cups were the perfect way to eat it. I will definitely be making this again.


Intajar Ji
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I'm not a huge fan of lettuce wraps, but these were delicious! The char siu pork was so flavorful and juicy, and the hoisin sauce was the perfect complement.


Marco Boshoff
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The flavors in this dish are amazing! The char siu pork is perfectly balanced with the sweetness of the hoisin sauce and the crunch of the lettuce cups.


Nana Akua
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I love how easy this dish is to make. I was able to have dinner on the table in under 30 minutes. The char siu pork was also very affordable, which is a bonus.


muhammadsaeed khan
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! The char siu pork was flavorful and tender, and the lettuce cups were the perfect vessel for holding all of the delicious ingredients. I will definitely be making this again!