Chinese Asian Pork Lettuce Wraps
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Ground pork, crisp veggies, cashew nuts, and a savory sauce come together in lettuce cups for a meal that’s both satisfying and easy to make
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Asian Pork Lettuce Wraps Recipe:
Number of Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Why You’ll Love Chinese Pork Lettuce Wraps
- Quick & Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
- Great Flavor: A combination of soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and fresh veggies for an irresistible taste.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Great for casual dinners or serving as an appetizer at gatherings. Scroll past the recipe card to see our Dinner Party Menu suggestions!
More Lettuce Wraps
Lettuce wraps are popular in many Asian cuisines, particularly Chinese and Thai cooking. Try our Cashew Chicken Lettuce Wraps or Rainbow Beef in Lettuce Cups.
For different flavors, our Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps, Black Bean Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Fajita Lettuce Wraps, and Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps (using rotisserie chicken) are winning combinations.
Ingredients for Asian Pork Lettuce Wraps
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- Protein: Ground Pork (Pork Mince)
- Fresh Produce: White Onion, Garlic, Carrots, Mushrooms, Lettuce Leaves (like romaine or bibb lettuce), Scallions (Spring/Green Onions), Lime Wedges
- Pantry: Salt and Black Pepper
- Coconut Oil—or use your preferred neutral oil like canola, groundnut, or vegetable.
- Canned Water Chestnuts—you can find these in your grocery store or Asian food store.
- Soy Sauce, Tamari, or Coconut Aminos – depending on your dietary requirements, you may want to use one of the following in this recipe:
- Soy Sauce—the regular stuff made from fermented soybeans and roasted grains.
- Tamari—a gluten-free soy sauce (but always check the label).
- Coconut Aminos—a soy-free soy sauce made with coconut tree sap and salt. Popular in Paleo, Keto, and Whole 30 communities.
- Oyster Sauce—a rich, savory sauce that adds depth of flavor.
- Sesame Oil—a little goes a long way and is used for dressing.
- Roasted Salted Cashews—adds additional crunch to the dish. Peanuts are a good alternative.
- Rice Vinegar—a vinegar made from fermented rice that adds a sweet tang.
The complete list of ingredients with measurements is on the recipe card at the end of this post. The Purple Pumpkin Blog uses both cups and weighted measurements in its recipes, making American cups and kitchen food scales valuable tools for trying all the recipes. We provide US customary, imperial, and metric measurements. Still, it’s important to note that while you can combine cup measurements with weighted measures, never mix US customary/imperial (pounds, ounces, pints, etc.) with metric (kilograms, grams, liters, etc.).
Substitutions and Variations
- Protein Swap: Use ground turkey, ground chicken, or ground beef.
- Plant-Based: You can use ground meat substitutes like Quorn Mince (UK), Quorn Meatless Grounds USA, or similar.
- Nut-Free Option: Swap cashews for sesame seeds or omit them entirely.
- Extra Heat: Add fresh ginger, red pepper flakes, or a drizzle of sriracha for spice lovers.
- Sauce Variation: Mix in hoisin sauce for a slightly sweeter and thicker sauce.
Storing Leftovers & Freezing
With all leftovers, ensure the food looks and smells okay before consuming.
Storing Leftovers:
- Cool the ground pork filling (within 1-2 hours), transfer to an airtight container, and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freezing Instructions:
- Cool the pork mixture and place into an airtight, freezer-safe container or freezer bag.
- To keep track of your food storage, label each dish with its name, date, thawing instructions, and reheating instructions.
- Store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in a pan before serving.
- Safe Minimum Internal Temperature Chart for Cooking
- For the most up-to-date advice on storing and freezing foods, consult the Food Standards Agency in your country: Food Standards Agency (UK) | Food Safety (USA) | Food Inspection Agency (Canada) | Food Standards (AU and NZ).
Asian Pork Lettuce Wraps Recipe: Step-by-Step
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- Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped vegetables and ground pork.
2. Stir fry vegetables and ground pork. Add water chestnuts.
3. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar.
4. Transfer to serving bowl or place into lettuce cups and garnish with chopped green onions and cashews.
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Asian Pork Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp coconut oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 medium carrots finely diced
- 8 oz mushrooms chopped
- 1 lb ground pork
- salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz can water chestnuts drained and chopped
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 8-10 lettuce leaves
- 2 scallions sliced
- ¼ cup roasted salted cashews roughly chopped
- lime wedges for serving
SUGGESTED PRODUCTS
Instructions
- Heat coconut oil in a wok or large deep skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onion, garlic, carrots, mushrooms, and pork. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables soften and the pork browns.
- Add water chestnuts and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until the pork is cooked.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 6-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Spoon the pork mixture into lettuce wraps and top with sliced scallions and roasted cashews. Serve with a lime wedge and enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutritional information is always approximate and will depend on the quality of ingredients used and serving sizes. If you need exact calories and macros, please do your own calculations.
Dinner Menu Suggestions
You’ve made the ground pork lettuce wraps for the main dish, but what about other courses? Here are additional recipes to create a menu for a dinner party or special meal:
- Appetizer: Chinese Pork Dumplings
- Soup: Sweet Chilli Chicken & Noodle Soup
- Salad: Asian Cabbage Salad with Warm Spicy Peanut Dressing
- Side Dish: Shrimp Fried Rice
- Beverage: Ginger Peach Iced Tea
- Dessert: Strawberry Tanghulu