Easy & Flavor-Packed Chinese Pork Lettuce Wraps You’ll Want on Repeat

If you’re looking for a quick, delicious, and better-than-takeout dinner idea, Chinese pork lettuce wraps are about to become your new obsession. Packed with savory ground pork, crunchy water chestnuts, and a mouthwatering hoisin-soy sauce combo, these wraps are the perfect balance of flavor and freshness.

Whether you’re throwing together a weeknight meal or hosting a fun appetizer night, these lettuce wraps are a total crowd-pleaser—and way easier to make than you might think. Grab some crisp lettuce leaves and let’s get cooking!

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How To Make These Chinese Pork Lettuce Wraps

Step-By-Step Guide

1. Heat coconut oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. 

2. Add onion, garlic, carrots, mushrooms, and pork; lightly season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and the pork begins to brown, approximately 4-5 minutes.

3. Add water chestnuts and continue cooking until the pork is cooked through, another 2-3 minutes. 

4. Reduce heat to medium-low and add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens, 6-7 minutes.

5. Spoon the pork mixture into lettuce wraps and top with sliced scallions and roasted cashews. Serve with a lime wedge and enjoy!

How to Cook Fresh Water Chestnuts

1. Scratch chestnuts with a knife.
2. Add chestnuts to a small pan with 2 cups of water.
3. Add 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp sugar.
4. Boil for 20 minutes or until soft. Note – check at 15 minutes with a knife. When cooked, chestnuts will be walnut soft.  
5. Once cooked, drain the black water and wash the chestnuts.
6. Let cool, peel, and slice or chop as the recipe requires.

Also Read: All About Water Chestnuts and How to Cook With Them

And there you have it—easy, flavorful Chinese pork lettuce wraps that are light, satisfying, and totally crave-worthy. They’re perfect for busy weeknights, casual get-togethers, or anytime you want something a little different (and a lot delicious).

Plus, they’re super customizable, so feel free to add your favorite toppings or spice it up to your liking. Once you try them, don’t be surprised if they end up on repeat in your kitchen. Enjoy!