Savory Vietnamese Pork & Scallion Lettuce Rolls
These Savory Vietnamese Pork & Scallion Lettuce Rolls are an exciting and flavorful dish that perfectly balances sweet, savory, and aromatic notes. Inspired by traditional Vietnamese cuisine, this recipe features tender boneless pork loin marinated in a delicious mix of soy sauce, honey, and fresh scallions, then stir-fried to perfection. Served atop crisp butter or red leaf lettuce, every bite is an explosion of flavor! This dish not only promotes communal eating as everyone can create their own wraps, but it’s also a hit with kids, making mealtime fun and interactive. Plus, feel free to substitute chicken for pork if preferred. Enjoy this delightful meal with a side of jasmine rice for an even more satisfying experience!
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Servings
200
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless pork loin
1 lb (cut into strips)
soy sauce
1/4 cup (none)
honey
2 tablespoons (none)
pepper
1 teaspoon (none)
scallions
3 (chopped)
sesame oil
3/4 tablespoon (none)
garlic cloves
2 (minced)
ginger
1 inch (peeled and minced)
cooked jasmine rice
1 cup (cooked)
orange marmalade
3 tablespoons (none)
rice vinegar
3 tablespoons (none)
butter lettuce
to taste (washed)
Instructions
1
Begin by cutting the boneless pork loin into thin strips and place them in a large plastic zipper bag.
2
In a food processor, combine the soy sauce, honey, pepper, chopped scallions, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger. Blend until smooth to create your marinade.
3
Pour the marinade into the zippered bag, sealing it tightly. Massage the bag to ensure all the meat is thoroughly coated. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for several hours, or overnight for more flavor.
4
Once marinated, remove the pork from the bag, reserving the remaining marinade.
5
In a skillet over medium-high heat, stir-fry the marinated pork strips until they are cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, remove the pork from the skillet and cover it to keep warm.
6
In the same skillet, pour in the reserved marinade along with the orange marmalade and rice vinegar. Bring this mixture to a boil over high heat and let it simmer for about 1 minute, allowing the flavors to combine and the sauce to thicken slightly.
7
To assemble your lettuce rolls, take a leaf of the washed butter or red leaf lettuce and layer a spoonful of cooked jasmine rice, followed by a portion of stir-fried pork, and drizzle with the flavorful sauce.
8
Wrap the lettuce around the filling like a burrito and enjoy your homemade Vietnamese Pork & Scallion Lettuce Rolls.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
22.5g
Carbs
12.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this dish?
The dish is called Savory Vietnamese Pork & Scallion Lettuce Rolls.
Can I use a different meat besides pork?
Yes, you can substitute chicken for the pork if you prefer.
How should the pork be prepared?
The boneless pork loin should be cut into thin strips.
How do I make the marinade?
In a food processor, blend soy sauce, honey, pepper, chopped scallions, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger until smooth.
How long should I marinate the meat?
Marinate the pork in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight for the best flavor.
What is the best way to marinate the pork?
Place the pork and marinade in a large plastic zipper bag and massage it to ensure the meat is thoroughly coated.
How long does it take to cook the pork?
The pork strips should be stir-fried for about 5-7 minutes until they are cooked through.
What heat level should I use to stir-fry the pork?
A skillet over medium-high heat is recommended.
What do I do with the marinade after cooking the pork?
Keep the reserved marinade to create the sauce by boiling it with orange marmalade and rice vinegar.
How is the sauce for the rolls made?
Combine the reserved marinade, orange marmalade, and rice vinegar in a skillet and boil for about 1 minute.
What type of lettuce is recommended for the rolls?
You can use butter lettuce or red leaf lettuce.
What type of rice is served with this dish?
Cooked jasmine rice is recommended for layering inside the lettuce rolls.
How do I assemble the lettuce rolls?
Take a lettuce leaf, add a spoonful of rice and pork, drizzle with sauce, and wrap it like a burrito.
Is this recipe suitable for children?
Yes, it is a hit with kids because it is interactive and fun to assemble.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are approximately 200 calories per serving.
What is the fat content of this recipe?
Each serving contains 5g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 22.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is provided per serving?
This dish provides 12.5g of protein per serving.
How many ingredients are needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires 12 total ingredients.
How much pork loin is needed?
You will need 1 lb of boneless pork loin.
How much soy sauce is used in the marinade?
The marinade uses 1/4 cup of soy sauce.
What amount of honey is required?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of honey.
How many scallions are used?
Three chopped scallions are used in the marinade.
How much sesame oil is needed?
The recipe uses 3/4 tablespoon of sesame oil.
How many garlic cloves are required?
Two minced garlic cloves are needed.
How do I prepare the ginger for this recipe?
The recipe requires 1 inch of ginger, peeled and minced.
What amount of orange marmalade is in the sauce?
The sauce includes 3 tablespoons of orange marmalade.
How much rice vinegar is used for the sauce?
The sauce uses 3 tablespoons of rice vinegar.
Is the pork cooked in the same skillet as the sauce?
Yes, the sauce is simmered in the same skillet used to stir-fry the pork.
What flavor profile can I expect from this dish?
It offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and aromatic notes inspired by Vietnamese cuisine.