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Pork San Choy Bao

Cultural Context

San Choy Bao, originating from Cantonese cuisine, is a delightful dish featuring a savory filling wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. Traditionally served as an appetizer or light main course, it embodies the balance of flavors and textures cherished in Chinese cooking. Today, variations abound globally, with many adapting the filling to suit local tastes or dietary preferences, making it a popular choice for gatherings and casual dining.

ChineseCNmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground pork
3 green onions (spring onion)
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1 cup celery (chopped)
1 cup carrots (shredded)
1 cup water chestnuts (chopped)
1 cup zucchini (chopped)
1 cup mushrooms (chopped)
2 tablespoons sesame oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
8 large lettuce leaves (for cups)
1/2 cup cilantro (coriander)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

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 leaner, while ground chicken is often less expensive.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: hoisin sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce + sugar

Hoisin sauce provides a similar flavor profile with fewer calories.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more cost-effective.

1

Heat a pan over medium heat and add spring onion, garlic, and ginger, cooking until slightly browned.

2

Add ground pork to the pan and cook until browned.

3

Add chopped celery, carrot, water chestnuts, zucchini, and mushrooms to the pan, stirring to combine.

4

Pour in sesame oil, soy sauce, and oyster sauce, mixing well.

5

Cook for about 5-6 minutes until the veggies soften.

6

Remove from heat and prepare to fill lettuce cups with the mixture.

7

Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and garnish with coriander before serving.

Cooking Techniques

stir-frying

Equipment Needed

large skilletspatulacutting boardknifeserving platter

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

soyshellfish

Also Known As

Lettuce WrapsSan Choy Bow

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