Sweet and Spicy Pork Lettuce Wraps
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Sweet and Spicy Pork Lettuce Wraps, a deliciously healthy meal that combines tender pork with a spicy kick, all wrapped in crunchy lettuce leaves. Perfect for any occasion, these wraps are easy to make and customizable to suit your taste preferences. With a balance of savory, sweet, and spicy notes, they are sure to impress family and friends while keeping your meal light and nutritious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground pork
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1–2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce (to taste)
- 8 large romaine or butter lettuce leaves
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground pork to the skillet. Cook until browned, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in soy sauce, honey, and Sriracha sauce; mix well and simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly while washing and drying lettuce leaves.
- Spoon the pork mixture into each lettuce leaf and top with sliced green onions.
- Serve immediately with extra Sriracha on the side if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg