Fiery Mapo Pork Lettuce Wraps (麻辣猪肉生菜卷)

These fiery Mapo pork lettuce wraps are a classic Sichuan dish that combines the numbing heat of Sichuan peppercorns with the fiery kick of chili peppers. The tender, flavorful pork is wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Fiery Mapo Pork Lettuce Wraps (麻辣猪肉生菜卷)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 2 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 2-3 tbsp chili bean paste
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 head iceberg lettuce, leaves separated
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. In a dry pan, toast the Sichuan peppercorns over medium heat until fragrant, then grind them into a fine powder.
  2. In a wok or large skillet, brown the ground pork over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the garlic, ginger, and chili bean paste to the pork, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir in the soy sauce, sugar, and chicken broth, then let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Arrange the lettuce leaves on a serving platter, then spoon the pork mixture onto each leaf.
  6. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and Sichuan peppercorn powder before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
280 per serving
Protein
18g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
6g

Supplies

Wok or large skillet Serving platter

Tools

Knife Cutting board Grater Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the fiery Mapo pork lettuce wraps with steamed rice and a side of pickled vegetables for a complete Sichuan meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra spicy kick, add more chili bean paste or sprinkle with additional Sichuan peppercorn powder.

Cost

$12