For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the pork mixture while cooking. If pine nuts are unavailable, chopped almonds or cashews make a delicious substitute. Use a melon baller for perfect, uniform watermelon pieces. To prevent lettuce leaves from tearing, gently separate them from the head and wash them carefully. For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground pork with crumbled tofu or plant-based ground.
Minced Pork and Watermelon Lettuce Wraps
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME50 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS24
Savor the unexpected harmony of savory pork and refreshing watermelon in crisp lettuce cups. This delightful dish offers a symphony of textures and flavors that dance on your palate, perfect for a light lunch or a playful appetizer.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate31 g
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Cholesterol75 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein29 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium681 mg
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Sugar18 g
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Fat34 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
1 mins
Heat vegetable oil in a large, non-stick skillet over high heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger, stirring until fragrant (approximately 1 minute).
02
Step
8 mins
Add ground pork and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned (7-10 minutes). Drain any excess liquid from the skillet.
03
Step
3 mins
Reduce heat to medium. Add celery and carrot; stir until they begin to soften (2-3 minutes).
04
Step
1 mins
Stir in green onions and soy sauce. Remove from heat and stir in pine nuts and hoisin sauce.
05
Step
1 mins
Gently fold in the diced watermelon, being careful not to crush it.
06
Step
1 mins
Spoon the pork and watermelon mixture into the lettuce leaves. Wrap to enclose the filling and serve immediately.
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Sofia Koch
Jun 29, 2025My kids loved this recipe! It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.
Kendall Sauer
Jun 27, 2025I added a little bit of sriracha for some heat, and it was amazing!
Jaden Hartmann
Jun 25, 2025Absolutely delicious! The watermelon adds such a refreshing twist.
Estefania Hoeger
May 25, 2025Easy to make and perfect for a summer evening.
Nicklaus Wintheiser
May 17, 2025This is now a staple in my house. Thanks for the great recipe!
Gladys Kutch
Mar 17, 2025I was skeptical about the watermelon, but it really works!