
These pork and ginger lettuce cups are a fresh fuss-free dinner that's high in protein and low in carbohydrates. The ground pork is quickly sautéed with ginger, garlic, and vegetables, then spooned into crisp lettuce leaves for a fast satisfying dinner or lunch.
1 tbsp neutral oil
1 tbsp grated ginger, freshly grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
1⁄2 red bell pepper, diced
1 carrot, diced
1 lb ground pork
2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1⁄4 tsp red pepper flakes, optional
2 green onions, sliced, plus extra for garnish, optional
1 tbsp cilantro, chopped, plus extra for garnish, optional
1 head lettuce, crunchy, leaves separated, washed, dried
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Heat in a large skillet over medium heat. Add and ; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in and . Sauté for 3–4 minutes until vegetables soften.
Add and cook, stirring and breaking apart, until browned and nearly cooked through, 5–6 minutes.
Add , , and (if using). Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring to combine.
Remove from heat and stir in sliced and (if using).
Let the pork mixture rest for 1–2 minutes.
Spoon mixture into leaves. Serve immediately, garnished with additional or .
Choose lettuce leaves that are sturdy enough to hold the filling.
You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for pork if desired.
Add a squeeze of lime juice for extra brightness.
For extra crunch, add chopped water chestnuts or shredded cabbage to the filling.