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.

Shona Rani
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Can't wait to make this again!


Veronica Butalon
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Highly recommend!


Zari Mahrukh
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My new favorite recipe!


Varasha Williams
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Easy 5 stars!


Emmanuel iduh
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Will definitely make again!


Kashif Malik
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Two thumbs up!


Muhammad Abdurrehman
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Yum!


Rafi Bhatti
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This dish is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Kendra Mehok
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Great recipe for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and can be served at room temperature.


STV
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Perfect weeknight meal. It was quick and easy to make, and the leftovers were just as good the next day.


Alabi Fadekemi
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Delicious and healthy! This dish is a great way to get your veggies in. The lettuce wraps are a fun and easy way to eat more greens.


luckyvicky sharonbellah
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I love how customizable this recipe is. I added some extra veggies to the pork mixture and used a variety of lettuce leaves for the wraps.


Elizabeth Hare
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Not a fan of ginger, but this recipe changed my mind. The subtle ginger flavor complemented the pork perfectly without being overpowering.


Kathy Holman
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This dish was a crowd-pleaser at my party. Everyone loved the unique flavors and the interactive element of assembling their own lettuce wraps.


ramesh Koirala
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Easy to follow recipe with amazing results. The pork was tender and flavorful, and the lettuce wraps were the perfect vessel for all the goodness.


Shekh Samun
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Absolutely delightful! The ginger and pork combination was a hit with my family. The lettuce wraps added a refreshing touch, making this dish a perfect summer meal.


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