Sweet and Sour Pork in Lettuce Cups Recipe

Name: Sweet and Sour Pork in Lettuce Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 pound ground pork; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce; 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; Kosher salt; Freshly ground pepper; 1 head butter lettuce (6 ounces), leaves separated; Thinly sliced scallions, for garnish; Lime wedges, for serving

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound ground pork
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce
1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
1 head butter lettuce (6 ounces), leaves separated
Thinly sliced scallions, for garnish
Lime wedges, for serving

1
In a skillet, heat the canola oil.
2
Add the onion and stir-fry over moderate heat until softened and golden, 5 minutes.
3
Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
4
Add the pork and cook, stirring occasionally and breaking up the meat, until browned, about 3 minutes.
5
Stir in the honey, fish sauce and sesame oil and cook, stirring, until no traces of pink remain in the pork, about 2 minutes.
6
Remove the skillet from the heat.
7
Stir the lime zest and lime juice into the pork and season with salt and pepper.
8
Arrange the lettuce cups on a serving platter.
9
Fill with the pork and garnish with scallions.
10
Serve with lime wedges.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 pound ground pork, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Sour Pork in Lettuce Cups falls under the Seafood 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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Sweet and Sour Pork in Lettuce Cups

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