24 Pork Lettuce Wraps Recipes You Won't Get Enough Of! 

August 26, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

Pork lettuce wraps are the perfect meal! They are low-carb, can be whipped up easily, and are delicious! Best of all, there are so many different ways to make them. If you are ready to excite your taste buds, here are the pork lettuce wraps recipes you need to know about: 

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1. Classic Pork Lettuce Wraps

If you want a traditional lettuce wrap recipe, then here it is! The ground pork and veggies like carrot, water chestnuts, and mushrooms are cooked in a soy sauce, oyster sauce, Chinese cooking wine, and sesame oil sauce. Add the filling to the lettuce wraps and top with crushed peanuts for extra crunch. 

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2. Sweet and Spicy Pork Lettuce Wraps 

The filling for these pork lettuce wraps is cooked in a sauce that contains honey and sriracha sauce for a little bit of heat and a little bit of sweetness. The sauce also contains plenty of aromatics to make the flavors really pop. 

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3. Thai Pork Lettuce Wraps 

This is a great option if you are looking for a pork filling with a twist! This sauce includes fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar for those classic Thai flavors. The chilies add some heat and the fresh herbs are a great way to add some bright flavors into the mix. 

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4. Korean Pineapple Pork Lettuce Wraps

This is such a unique and flavorful take on pork lettuce wraps! Here, the pork shoulder is cooked in a sweet, spicy, and tangy pineapple marinade. Then, it is served in lettuce wraps with slices of homemade caramelized pineapple slices as well as a creamy homemade coconut rice! 

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5. Hoisin Pork and Chicken Lettuce Wraps

This recipe is just the one that you need if you are looking for double the meat filling - these wraps contain both pork and chicken. The meat is cooked in a delicious hoisin sauce that is further spiced with aromatics and seasoning. It has flavor in every bite! 

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Hoisin Pork and Chicken Lettuce Wraps

6. Vietnamese Pork Lettuce Wraps

The pork filling for these lettuce wraps is super simple but still delicious! The meat is seasoned with soy sauce, mirin, ginger, and garlic. This is topped off with carrot and onion that is pickled at home and fresh herbs and veggies. Drizzle some hoisin sauce on top for some added flavor. 

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7. Crispy Pork Lettuce Wraps

The key to these pork lettuce wraps is to make sure that the pork is nice and crispy before adding in the veggies. A really yummy and refreshing touch to these lettuce wraps is the homemade pickled cucumber salad. It adds flavor and texture! 

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8. Vietnamese Caramel Pork Lettuce Wraps

Since pork has such a mild flavor, it works really well in sweet dishes and these lettuce wraps are no exception! You make the homemade caramel sauce with sugar and water before adding in other aromatic ingredients into the sauce. The pork is cooked down until a gorgeous glaze forms on it. 

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9. Spicy Ginger Pork Lettuce Wraps

If you enjoy your lettuce wraps with a kick to them then you are going to love this recipe. The pork filling gets its heat from the chili sauce and the ginger but it doesn't overpower the rest of the flavors. The fish sauce and oyster sauce help to add a lovely umami flavor to it all. 

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10. Saucy Pork Lettuce Wraps

Here, the pork is cooked in a delicious and thick stir-fry sauce. The saucy filling perfectly complements the crispness of the vegetables that are piled on top of the lettuce wraps. This is perfect for when you want something a little messy! 

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11. Korean BBQ Style Lettuce Wraps

Not a fan of ground pork? Then this is the recipe for you. Here, you use sliced pork loin steaks for the filling instead. And, it is all dressed up in a sauce that is made from sriracha, chili flakes, garlic, and more. Make sure you can handle the heat! 

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12. Chinese BBQ Lettuce Wraps

You will need a more tender cut of pork for this recipe but it will be worth the effort! The pork is cooked in this homemade sauce that is made from brown sugar, honey, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, soy sauce, Chinese five spice powder, and more. It is amazing! 

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13. Golden Pork Lettuce Wraps

There are some gorgeous and unique ingredients for these lettuce wraps. The pork is flavored with turmeric which gives the meat its golden color and earthy flavor. This is perfectly balanced by the addition of the bright coriander flavor. This is definitely a recipe you should try out if you are looking for something new. 

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14. Pork Lettuce Wraps with Noodles

Want to make your pork wraps a little more filling? Well, then add some crispy noodles into the mix. This isn't the only thing that these wraps have going for them, though. The sauce for these wraps is absolutely delicious - savory with a hint of tang to it. 

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15. Pork Belly Lettuce Wraps

Pork belly is succulent and delicious, making it the perfect filling for lettuce wraps. Be warned, these wraps do have a kick to them since the pork is coated in a spicy, slightly sweet gochujang sauce. It is then topped off with a homemade green onion salad, pickled vegetables, and kimchi! 

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16. Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin Lettuce Wraps

If you are looking to cut down on the effort of making lettuce wraps (and make it a little healthier), then this is a great recipe. The pork is tossed in a delicious sauce and then cooked until crispy in the air fryer. You can then add the meat to the lettuce wraps along with whatever toppings you desire. 

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17. Spicy Pork Lettuce Wraps

Want a spicy pork filling but don't want to mess around with making it? Well, this recipe will have you make a delicious tomato and chili sauce based filling without any fuss at all. You can choose to top up your lettuce wraps with noodles or keep it carb-free - it is up to you. 

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18. Cinnamon Chili Pork Lettuce Wraps with Apple Corn Salsa

You can think of these lettuce wraps as Mexican-inspired! They contain cinnamon and ancho chilies for that sweet and spicy flavor. The lettuce wraps are also topped with a homemade apple corn salsa and pickled onions. It is the perfect balance between sauce and crunch! 

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19. Moo Shu Pork Lettuce Wraps

These are such flavorful lettuce wraps! Not only is the pork marinated overnight in various seasonings, you add in even more seasoning when cooking the pork and veggies. Scrambled egg is added to the lettuce wraps to help bulk them up. 

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20. Thai Curry Pork Lettuce Wraps

If you love Thai food, then you are going to love these flavors! The pork is cooked in red curry paste, fish sauce, and delicious seasonings. Then, rice and the pork filling is piled into the lettuce wraps! 

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Thai Curry Pork Lettuce Wraps

21. Pork, Mushroom, and Pepper Lettuce Wraps

This recipe is just as great for taste as it is texture. The filling is super chunky with a little bit of earthiness, sweetness, and tang. It is stopped off with a delicious sesame sambal and then sunflower seeds for some added crunch. 

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Pork, Mushroom, and Pepper Lettuce Wraps

22. Slow Cooker Pork Lettuce Wraps

Slow cooker shredded pork goes so well with lettuce. The pork tends to be heavy and the lettuce helps to lighten it all up! You can choose to top these wraps up with fresh veggies, bacon, or nuts or seeds depending on your preference. 

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23. Sticky Pork Lettuce Wraps

If you prefer a chunkier approach to your lettuce wraps, this is the recipe to go with. Here, thick pork loin steaks are marinated in a sweet sauce and then grilled until there is a caramelized layer on the meat. The pork is then sliced and served with fresh, crunchy veggies. 

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24. Sriracha Pineapple Pork Lettuce Wraps

Made from pork tenderloin, this filling is oh so succulent. The sriracha sauce and the aromatics really take things up to another level in terms of flavor. Best of all, these lettuce wraps are served with homemade caramelized pineapple.

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Lettuce wraps may seem a little boring but the reality is that you can make them in so many different ways! Spicy, with fruit, with different sauces and toppings - the options are endless. Go ahead and try out your favorite recipes! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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