Whole30 Pork Bao Bun
Elevate your Whole30 journey with this inspired twist on a classic: Whole30 Pork Bao Bun! Perfectly seasoned ground pork, enhanced with coconut aminos, garlic, and ginger, pairs beautifully with the earthy flavor of shiitake mushrooms and the natural sweetness of grated carrots. Served in crisp romaine or butter lettuce leaves for a grain-free, gluten-free alternative to traditional bao buns, this recipe is a satisfying choice for those following a Whole30, paleo, or low-carb lifestyle. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, these vibrant lettuce wraps are garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a zesty finishing touch. Whether enjoyed as a light dinner or a party-friendly appetizer, these healthy pork lettuce wraps bring bold, Asian-inspired flavors to your table without compromising your diet goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground pork
- 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 4 units Green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 cup Shiitake mushrooms, chopped
- 1 cup Carrots, grated
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 12 units Romaine or butter lettuce leaves
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 1 unit Lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks, until it is no longer pink and slightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the coconut aminos, garlic, and ginger. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
Add the sliced green onions, chopped shiitake mushrooms, and grated carrots to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook until the mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes.
Drizzle the sesame oil over the mixture and toss to coat evenly. Remove the skillet from heat.
Lay out the lettuce leaves on a large platter.
Spoon a portion of the pork mixture onto the center of each lettuce leaf.
Top with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
Serve immediately while the filling is warm, allowing individuals to roll their lettuce leaves into wraps.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1708 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.6 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.2 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 408 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 1027 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.9 g | ||
| Protein | 125.0 g | 250% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 289 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1604 mg | 34% | |
*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.
