Pork Sauce

This vibrant dish transforms simple ingredients into a burst of flavor. The pork mince is quickly stir-fried with aromatic garlic and fragrant sesame oil, then coated in a glossy sauce made from kecap manis, fish sauce, and brown sugar. The result is a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and savory notes, with a hint of heat from fresh red chilli. Served in crisp iceberg lettuce cups, it offers a refreshing textural contrast that makes every bite light yet satisfying. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy lunch, this recipe requires minimal prep but delivers maximum taste. The crunch of the lettuce and the freshness of the green onions elevate the rich pork filling, creating a meal that feels indulgent but remains wholesome.

Cuisine: American

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 263.9

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This vibrant dish transforms simple ingredients into a burst of flavor. The pork mince is quickly stir-fried with aromatic garlic and fragrant sesame oil, then coated in a glossy sauce made from kecap manis, fish sauce, and brown sugar. The result is a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and savory notes, with a hint of heat from fresh red chilli. Served in crisp iceberg lettuce cups, it offers a refreshing textural contrast that makes every bite light yet satisfying. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy lunch, this recipe requires minimal prep but delivers maximum taste. The crunch of the lettuce and the freshness of the green onions elevate the rich pork filling, creating a meal that feels indulgent but remains wholesome.

Ingredients

1 tablespoons Fish sauce,
2 Teaspoons sesame oil
2 Teaspoons brown sugar
2 Teaspoons vegetable or peanut oil
g pork mince
2 Tablespoons kecap manis
1 Clove garlic, crushed
2 Green onions, thinly sliced diagonally
1 Fresh long red chilli, thinly sliced
8 Iceberg lettuce cups, trimmed with scissors

Directions

1
Heat the vegetable or peanut oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add the pork mince and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through.
3
Stir in the crushed garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
4
Add the kecap manis, fish sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil to the pan.
5
Stir well to combine the sauce with the pork, allowing it to bubble and thicken slightly for about 1-2 minutes.
6
Remove from heat and stir in the sliced green onions and red chilli.
7
Spoon the warm pork mixture into the prepared iceberg lettuce cups and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 263.9kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.0g14%
Saturated Fat 2.3g12%
Cholesterol 20.0mg7%
Sodium 221.8mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 38.3g13%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g15%
Sugars 31.2g
Protein 10.3g21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pork, lettuce, cups, satay, asian, quick, dinner, kecap, manis, fish, sauce, garlic, chilli, sesame, oil, brown, sugar, green, onions, stir-fry, healthy

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