Follow these steps for perfect results
cooked white rice
vegetable oil
ground pork
green onion
thinly sliced
garlic
minced
carrots
shredded
hoisin sauce
soy sauce
sesame oil
chili paste
iceberg lettuce leaf
separated
Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium heat.
Add ground pork, thinly sliced green onions, and minced garlic to the wok.
Cook until the pork is lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
Add shredded carrots, hoisin sauce, and soy sauce to the wok.
Stir frequently until the mixture is heated through.
Remove the wok from heat.
Stir in sesame oil and chili paste.
Adjust the amount of chili paste to your preferred spice level.
Spoon a small amount of cooked white rice into each iceberg lettuce leaf.
Top the rice with the meat mixture.
Drizzle with additional soy sauce or hoisin sauce if desired.
Wrap the lettuce leaf around the filling to create a lettuce wrap.
Serve immediately.
Expert advice for the best results
Serve with a side of sriracha for extra heat.
Garnish with sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
Make sure to not overcook the pork so it stays tender
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Meat mixture can be made ahead of time.
Serve in a bowl or platter with lettuce leaves arranged around the filling.
Serve immediately after preparation.
Offer a variety of toppings, such as chopped peanuts or cilantro.
Pairs well with the sweetness and spice.
A refreshing choice.
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