Sang Choy Bow
Delight in the irresistible flavors of Sang Choy Bow, a vibrant dish that transforms tender lettuce leaves into edible cups brimming with savory goodness. This quick and easy recipe features a delectable filling of ground pork or chicken, aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and crunchy water chestnuts, all tossed in a rich blend of hoisin, soy, and oyster sauces. The crisp lettuce cups not only provide a refreshing contrast to the warm, umami-packed filling but also make this dish a perfect low-carb option. Ready in just 25 minutes, Sang Choy Bow is ideal as a light starter, a crowd-pleasing appetizer, or even a fun, interactive dinner. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a weeknight meal, these lettuce wraps are sure to impress with their delightful textures and bold Asian-inspired flavors!
Train Anywhere. No Excuses.
Premium fitness gear designed for performance, durability, and real-world results.
From home to gym to on-the-go
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 heads Iceberg lettuce or butter lettuce heads
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 Red chili, finely chopped (optional)
- 500 grams Ground pork or chicken
- 100 grams Water chestnuts, finely diced
- 3 stalks Spring onions, finely sliced
- 3 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
Instructions
Separate the lettuce leaves gently and rinse them under cold water. Pat them dry with paper towels, then set them aside on a serving platter.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped chili (if using). Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground pork or chicken to the pan, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 4–5 minutes or until the meat is browned and fully cooked.
Stir in the diced water chestnuts and most of the spring onions (reserve a small portion for garnish). Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Add the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper to the pan. Mix well to coat the meat evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove the pan from heat and transfer the filling to a serving dish.
To serve, spoon the warm meat filling into individual lettuce cups, garnishing with the reserved spring onions if desired.
Enjoy immediately by wrapping the lettuce cups like a taco and eating them with your hands!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
493 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.0 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 700 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 31.2 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1039 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
