Follow these steps for perfect results
New York pork chops top loin
1 inch thick
nonstick spray
hoisin sauce
soy sauce
honey
sesame oil
fresh ginger root
minced
garlic
minced
black pepper
butter lettuce
leaves separated
carrot
peeled and cut into 2-inch matchsticks
English cucumber
cut into 2-inch matchsticks
bean threads Asian cellophane noodles
soaked for 15 minutes, drained
fresh cilantro
corn syrup
fresh cilantro
minced
lime juice
salt
sweet chili sauce Thai
peanut sauce Thai
Marinate pork chops: Place pork chops in a plastic bag. Mix hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and pepper in a bowl. Pour over chops, seal, and refrigerate for 1-4 hours.
Prepare grilling: Remove pork from refrigerator 30 minutes before grilling. Prepare a medium-hot fire with a medium-low zone in a charcoal grill or preheat a gas grill to medium-high.
Arrange serving platter: While pork marinates, arrange lettuce leaves on a platter. Place carrots, cucumber, bean threads, and cilantro in separate dishes.
Prepare sauce: Mix corn syrup, minced cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a small bowl. Place sweet chili sauce and peanut sauce in separate bowls.
Grill pork: Remove chops from marinade (discard marinade). Spray grill grate with vegetable oil spray. Grill pork over medium-high heat until seared, 3-4 minutes per side. Move to cooler zone, cover, and grill until internal temperature reaches 145°F (about 5 minutes longer).
Rest and slice: Transfer pork to cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
Assemble wraps: Lay 3 lettuce leaves on a platter and arrange pork on lettuce.
Serve: Let each guest place a lettuce leaf on a plate. Arrange pork, carrots, cucumber, bean thread, and cilantro over top. Drizzle with sauce. Fold and enjoy!
Expert advice for the best results
Marinate the pork for at least 2 hours for maximum flavor.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork is cooked to a safe internal temperature.
Adjust the amount of chili sauce to your desired level of spiciness.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Pork can be marinated a day in advance.
Arrange lettuce wraps attractively on a platter, garnished with extra cilantro sprigs.
Serve with extra peanut sauce and sweet chili sauce.
Offer a variety of fresh herbs for garnish.
Pairs well with the sweet and spicy flavors.
Light and refreshing.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Represents the balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors characteristic of Thai cuisine.
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