Chinese Pork in Leaves Recipe

Name: Chinese Pork in Leaves
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 2 12 cm piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and finely diced; 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed; 500 g ground lean pork; 220 g water chestnuts, drained and sliced; 5 spring onions, trimmed and sliced (1 bunch); 3 tablespoons dark soy sauce; ½ teaspoon Chinese five spice powder; 12 iceberg lettuce, leaves separated and blanched; hoisin sauce

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in a large wok or frying pan.
2
Add the ginger, garlic and pork mince.
3
Cook for 8 minutes, turning and stirring occasionally, until golden brown.
4
Add the water chestnuts and spring onions.
5
Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
6
Stir in dark soy sauce and Chinese five spice.
7
Cook for 1 minute.
8
Spoon pork mixture into blanched lettuce leaves.
9
Pour over a little hoisin sauce to taste.
10
Wrap up leaves.
11
Serve.

514

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 2 12 cm piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and finely diced, 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed, 500 g ground lean pork, and more.

Yes, Chinese Pork in Leaves falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chinese Pork in Leaves

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Variations & substitutions

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