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Pork San Choy Bow

Cultural Context

San Choy Bow, originating from Cantonese cuisine, is a delightful dish that showcases the art of wrapping flavorful fillings in crisp lettuce leaves. Traditionally served as an appetizer or light meal, it has become popular in many Western Chinese restaurants, often adapted to include various proteins and vegetables. Its interactive nature makes it a favorite at gatherings, allowing diners to customize their wraps with fresh ingredients.

ChineseCNmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 head lettuce leaves
as needed olive oil spray
1 lb ground pork
1 cup water chestnuts, chopped
1/2 cup green onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 cup carrots, shredded
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 lime, cut into wedges

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is lower in fat while ground chicken is often less expensive.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: hoisin sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Hoisin sauce provides a similar sweetness while soy sauce is more affordable.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, and vegetable oil is cheaper.

water chestnuts

🥗Healthier: jicama

💰Cheaper: canned water chestnuts

Jicama is a fresh alternative, while canned options are often less expensive.

1

Remove the core from the lettuce and place the lettuce under running cold water to help separate the leaves.

2

Spray a large frying pan with olive oil spray and place over medium high heat.

3

Add the ground pork and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up lumps until the pork changes color, about 5 minutes.

4

Add in the vegetables and cook, tossing until the mixture is well combined and heated through.

5

Arrange the lettuce leaves on a serving platter.

6

Spoon in the pork mixture and finish with fried noodles.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixing

Equipment Needed

large skilletspatulacutting boardknifeserving platter

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

soyshellfish

Also Known As

San Choy BaoLettuce Wraps

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