Keto Pork Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Peanut Sauce

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Ground pork sautéed with Asian spices served in crisp lettuce leaves and drizzled with a creamy, spicy peanut sauce. This Asian Fusion-inspired keto recipe (low carb, gluten free), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs ground pork, butter lettuce leaves, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb ground pork to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, for 7-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, cook for another 2 minutes allowing flavors to meld.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, whisk together 3 tbsp natural peanut butter, 2 tbsp coconut milk, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tsp stevia in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
  5. Step 5: Spoon the pork mixture evenly into 12 butter lettuce leaves, drizzle each with the spicy peanut sauce, and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped green onions on top before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Keto Pork Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Peanut Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Keto Pork Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Peanut Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground pork from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Keto Pork Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Peanut Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Keto Pork Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Peanut Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Keto Pork Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Peanut Sauce low carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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