Orange Ginger Pork Lettuce Wraps
Tender pork in a sweet and spicy orange ginger sauce served in crisp lettuce leaves.
Ingredients
For the sauce
- 3/4 tbsp arrowroot flour
- 3/4 tbsp water
- 3/4 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/2 tbsp orange marmalade
- 1 tsp orange juice
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
For the pork
- 450 g pork loin cubed
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
For serving
- 8 lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Mix arrowroot flour and water to form a slurry.
- Combine vinegar, marmalade, juice, sesame oil, cayenne, and ginger in a saucepan.
- Cook for 3 minutes while stirring.
- Add slurry and cook until thickened.
- Remove from heat.
- Preheat air fryer to 180°C.
- Season pork with salt and pepper.
- Cook half of pork for 4 minutes.
- Shake and cook another 4 minutes.
- Repeat with remaining pork.
- Ensure pork reaches safe internal temperature.
- Add pork to sauce and toss to coat.
- Serve in lettuce leaves.
Notes & Wine Advice
Notes
A slurry helps thicken the sauce quickly and evenly. Cook pork in batches for even browning. Do not overcook to keep the pork tender.Serve Tip
Serve with extra lettuce leaves for easy wrapping. Add sliced green onions or sesame seeds for garnish.Variations
Use chicken instead of pork for a lighter option. Add shredded carrots or cucumber for extra crunch. Make it spicier with extra cayenne or chili sauce.Wine Advice
A semi-sweet Riesling balances the sweet and spicy flavors. A light Pinot Grigio adds a refreshing contrast.Nutrition values
Calories: 280 kcal | Carbohydrates: 12 g | Protein: 26 g | Fat: 14 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Sodium: 420 mg | Sugar: 8 g