Minced Pork and Watermelon Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients and Weight:

• Ground pork: 800g (1.76 lb)
• Watermelon: 1 small seedless (about 2 lb)
• Lettuce leaves: 2 heads (about 20 leaves)
• Green onions: 1/2 cup chopped
• Cilantro: 1/2 cup chopped
• Red onion: 1/4 cup finely chopped
• Jalapeño pepper: 1/4 cup minced (optional, for heat)
• Hoisin sauce: 1/4 cup
• Soy sauce: 1/4 cup
• Sesame oil: 2 tablespoons
• Sugar: 1 tablespoon
• Ginger: 1 tablespoon minced
• Garlic: 2 cloves minced

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it up as you cook.
3. Drain off any excess fat.
4. Stir in the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, ginger, and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Cut the watermelon into small cubes.
6. To assemble the wraps, place a lettuce leaf on a plate.
7. Spoon some of the pork mixture into the center.
8. Top with cubed watermelon and your desired toppings (green onions, cilantro, red onion, jalapeño).

Nutritional Information

(per serving):

• Calories: 350-400
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Refreshing and light
• Savory and slightly spicy
• Perfect for a summer party or appetizer

User Comments:

• "These wraps are so delicious and flavorful. I love the combination of pork and watermelon."
• "The lettuce cups are a great way to make this dish lighter and healthier."
• "I added some extra jalapeño for a bit of heat, and it was perfect."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have lettuce leaves, you can use cabbage leaves or collard greens instead.
• To make the wraps more substantial, you can serve them with rice or noodles.
• If the pork mixture is too dry, add a splash of water or broth.