Pork Lettuce Wraps

Pork Lettuce Wraps are a delightful and healthy low-carb option, featuring savory ground pork wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. Perfect for a quick lunch, these wraps are packed with flavor and nutrients.

Ingredients

• Ground pork - 250 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, minced
• Green onion - 2, chopped
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, diced
• Carrot - 1 small, grated
• Lettuce leaves (Butter or Romaine) - 6 large
• Chopped cilantro - 2 tablespoons
• Chili sauce (optional) - to taste

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add ground pork to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, diced red bell pepper, and grated carrot, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender.
5. Remove from heat and stir in chopped green onions and cilantro.
6. To serve, spoon the pork mixture into lettuce leaves and drizzle with chili sauce if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 24 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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