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January 14, 2020

Instant Pot Honey Garlic Pork

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Instant Pot Honey Garlic Pork—A 5-ingredient recipe for the tastiest and easiest pork lettuce wraps ever! 

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Related: SLOW COOKER honey garlic pork recipe

chopped romaine lettuce on a white plate with ground meat and rice on top

Instant Pot Honey Garlic Pork

This recipe was a happy accident! I had a pound of ground pork that needed to be used up and this is how it got used. The flavors in this honey garlic pork are so tasty and the best part is that it’s ingredients you probably already have at your house: soy sauce, honey and garlic.

This meat tastes so great rolled up in butter lettuce leaves. Butterhead lettuces are tender, with loosely-coiled leaves. The leaves are almost never limp or weak. They have a bit of crunch. You can find butter lettuce in a plastic clamshell case with a root still attached.

If you don’t want lettuce wraps you can easily chop up some romaine or cabbage leaves and spoon the meat and rice mixture over the top. You could also buy a package of Asian salad mix with wontons, carrots and cabbage and serve it over that…delicious! Sort of like my Instant Pot Egg Roll Bowls.

I used parboiled rice in this recipe. I got a comment on my youtube channel about using parboiled rice and it intrigued me so I tried it. I got a bag of it at Walmart, next to the normal rice. Parboiled rice might sound like it’s precooked, but it’s not. Instead, it’s processed quite differently from other types of rice. The resulting grain is cooked and served just as you would white or brown rice. However, because of the special processing, parboiled rice is less sticky than normal long grain or jasmine rice. Plus it is a better source of nutrition. If you’re not a fan of sticky rice and want the grain kernels more separated try out parboiled rice!

Try these other Instant Pot favorites…

Instant Pot Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Instant Pot Korean Beef Tacos

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chopped romaine lettuce on a white plate with ground meat and rice on top
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Instant Pot Honey Garlic Pork


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4.9 from 18 reviews

  • Author: 365 Days of Slow and Pressure Cooking
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes (plus 5 minute NPR)
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
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A 5-ingredient recipe for the tastiest and easiest pork lettuce wraps ever! Pin this recipe for later!


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground pork (you can also use ground chicken, turkey or lean beef)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 3 Tbsp honey
  • 1/2 cup uncooked long grain white rice or jasmine rice (see note)

Instructions

  1. Turn your Instant Pot to the saute setting. When the display says HOT add in the ground pork and break it up*. Brown the pork for about 5 minutes. Then stir in the garlic. Turn off the Instant Pot.
  2. Stir in the water and scrape the bottom of the pot. 
  3. Add in the soy sauce, honey and rice. Stir.
  4. Cover the pot and secure the lid. Make sure the valve is set to sealing. Set the manual/pressure cook button to 5 minutes. When the time is up let the pot sit for 5 minutes and then move the valve to venting. Remove the lid and stir.
  5. Scoop the meat and rice over chopped romaine, use it in lettuce wraps, over chopped cabbage or plain. Eat and enjoy!

Notes

I used parboiled rice but plain long grain white or jasmine rice works just fine too. 

I used my 6 quart Instant Pot Duo 60 7 in 1*. This recipe will work great for the 3 quart Instant Pot. If you want to make this in the 8 quart pot you may want to use the pot-in-pot method since there isn’t a ton of liquid to bring the pot to pressure. For pot-in-pot method: pour 1 ½ cups into your Instant Pot. Then place a trivet into the pot. Add your ingredients for the recipe into a pan/pot that fits inside your Instant Pot. Lower the pot onto the top of the trivet. Pressure cook for 10 minutes. Then release the pressure. Here’s a video I made to explain it: https://youtu.be/hhBVsREuCEw

  • Category: Pork
  • Method: Instant Pot

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57 Comments Filed Under: 5 ingredients or less, All Recipes, Asian, Beef, Can Be Gluten Free, Chicken, Healthy, Pork, Turkey, Instant Pot, Rice

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  1. Jen says

    September 11, 2022 at 6:20 pm

    We didn’t have any lettuce so we served our meat/rice mixture with a fried egg on top with a side wolf broccoli. Winner for our family.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      September 12, 2022 at 1:51 pm

      Well that sounds absolutely delicious! I’m a sucker for fried eggs 🙂

      Reply
  2. Lynn says

    July 19, 2022 at 6:22 pm

    I do not have an instant pot and would like to know how to convert this recipe to stove-top/conventional cooking.
    Please advise. Thank you.

    Reply
  3. Sharon says

    February 26, 2022 at 10:01 pm

    It was great. I used ground turkey and used low sodium teriyaki sauce in place of the soy sauce. Was able to use less honey since the teriyaki sauce had sugar in it. It was good served over an Asian salad mix.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Karen says

      February 28, 2022 at 4:19 pm

      Good idea on the teriyaki!

      Reply
      • Bpbbie says

        April 9, 2022 at 7:56 am

        Hi. Thanks for the recipe. It sounds delicious–can’t wait to make it. Will ALL the ingredients, including the rice, in the same quantities, fit and cook properly in the 3 qt Mini IP? Thanks.

        Reply
        • Karen says

          April 12, 2022 at 2:17 pm

          yes it will fit in the 3 quart pot

          Reply
          • Bobbie says

            April 12, 2022 at 3:20 pm

            Karen, thank you! I’m going to make it tonight.

            ★★★★★

        • Bobbie says

          April 13, 2022 at 1:35 pm

          I made this dish last night. It is absolutely DELICIOUS so quick to make! There’s nothing in this meal that would be offensive to anyone. It’s NOT spicy hot, but you can add that if you like. I added a heaping teaspoon of grated fresh ginger root, and I garnished the dish with sliced scallions. Next time, I’ll use more liquid and more rice. Everything fit in my 3 qt Mini pot with room to spare, so there’s room for more meat and rice… I think the amount of soy sauce in this recipe is perfect. I, too, used reduced sodium soy. The dish had plenty of flavor and not overcome by salt. Ground pork is on sale at my local market for $3.49 a lb this week. I’m going back to buy more to freeze because I will be making this at least once a month! … I used the only rice I had in my pantry: Ben’s Original Parboiled CONVERTED rice. I like brown rice because it’s more nutritious, but some dishes scream for white rice. From “The Spruce Eats: Converted rice (also known as parboiled rice) is a type of rice that’s been partially cooked and dried, which allows the rice to hold on to more nutrients compared with ordinary white rice. In fact, another name for converted rice is parboiled rice. The parboiling alters the starches so that the grains hold their shape better, stick together less, and also are less likely to stick to the bottom of the pot.” I read somewhere that converted rice also retains part of the hull, making the rice better for the digestive system…Ground chicken, turkey, beef or whatever meat you like could be used instead of pork.
          Karen, thank you for sharing this great recipe.

          ★★★★★

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          • Karen says

            April 14, 2022 at 10:29 am

            You’re welcome Bobbie! I am so glad you loved it! Thanks for your tips

  4. Katherine Schieffelin says

    September 17, 2021 at 6:15 pm

    I add Siracha and fresh ginger to mine and use full sodium soy as it has more flavor. Instead of rice or lettuce, I buy the Asian salad mix and after tossing the salad with the ginger dressing, I add the meat to the top. It is AMAZING! This recipe definitely benefits with the addition of siracha, fresh ginger and full bodied soy. Enjoy.

    ★★★★★

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    • Karen says

      September 17, 2021 at 8:56 pm

      Sounds so great!!! Thanks for the 5 stars!

      Reply
  5. Katt says

    August 14, 2021 at 12:22 pm

    As another poster said, I also have the 8 quart IP and I did not use the pot in pot method and it was awesome! I plan on playing with this recipe because it’s just a fun recipe! And delicious! I have tried many of your recipes and have so enjoyed them!! Thank you!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Karen says

      August 18, 2021 at 3:06 pm

      Thanks for the 5 stars Katt!

      Reply
  6. LR says

    July 29, 2021 at 10:55 am

    The easiest and most delicious week night dish. I add a splash of fish sauce for umami and garnish with green onion.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 29, 2021 at 5:49 pm

      Good idea on the fish sauce!

      Reply
      • Darren says

        August 6, 2021 at 2:02 pm

        Questions about pot in pot for 8 quart. How are you browning the ground pork if you use a pot sitting on a trivet? Or do you brown first on saute, then clean the liner and THEN go pot in pot?

        ★★★★★

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        • Karen says

          August 6, 2021 at 9:45 pm

          Hi Darren, I did not use the pot in pot with this recipe. I just cooked it straight in the IP liner.

          Reply
  7. Megs says

    June 28, 2021 at 9:01 am

    Instead of rice and lettuce, we put the honey garlic ground pork on garlic butter Cauliflower mash (Keto friendly, can’t eat the rice 😂)
    And it was absolutely delicious!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Karen says

      June 28, 2021 at 1:08 pm

      Wow that’s a great idea and it sounds so delicious!

      Reply
    • Carol says

      October 27, 2022 at 7:19 am

      How much water did you use due to no rice?

      Reply
  8. Mailys D says

    June 6, 2021 at 8:29 am

    This is DELICIOUS!! I make it once a week and it’s my husband’s favorite dish… I just add some broccoli to add vegetables and it goes perfectly!
    Also instead of soy sauce I use coconut aminos and it’s delish.
    THANK YOU! I wish I had 5 more recipe like this :super quick to make, delicious and healthy <3

    ★★★★★

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    • Karen says

      June 7, 2021 at 10:01 am

      I’m so glad you both enjoy it. I love easy recipes too!

      Reply
  9. Katherine Schieffelin says

    May 6, 2021 at 6:44 pm

    I make this all the time now using ground pork, or ground turkey or ground chicken. They all work great. I add two more ingredients: grated fresh ginger and a good helping of Sriracha sauce. I have found the best way to eat it is on top of an Asian salad. I just buy the prepackaged Asian salad mix, dress it up with the Asian sesame dressing and top with the honey garlic meat. Sooooo good!

    ★★★★★

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    • Karen says

      May 7, 2021 at 1:52 pm

      That is a great idea Katherine!

      Reply
  10. Debbie says

    February 16, 2021 at 5:33 pm

    This was a great dish! So easy, quick and delish! I will definitely be making this again! Thank you!

    ★★★★★

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    • Karen says

      February 17, 2021 at 12:41 pm

      You’re welcome Debbie!

      Reply
  11. Kim says

    October 28, 2020 at 10:33 pm

    I imagine this could be done in a slow cooker? Has anyone tried it?

    Reply
  12. Andrew Schultz says

    September 21, 2020 at 5:00 pm

    My family enjoyed this one!! 5 clean plates and no left overs. I used long grain brown rice, but used 1 cup and doubled the water. Also i added 1/4 tsp of seamed seed oil and i spiced mine up with some Gochujang sauce. Easy recipe and very tasty!! Lots of ways to modify. Perfect in lettuce wraps.

    ★★★★★

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    • Karen says

      September 22, 2020 at 12:47 pm

      Sounds like a winner version to me! I love the lettuce wraps!

      Reply
  13. Becky Denham says

    July 15, 2020 at 11:48 am

    Can I double this recipe? I need 8 servings.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 15, 2020 at 1:26 pm

      Yep for sure! https://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/how-to-double-instant-pot-recipes/

      Reply
  14. Sara says

    July 1, 2020 at 7:36 pm

    Would the timing be the same without the rice?

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 2, 2020 at 2:08 pm

      yep 👍

      Reply
  15. Michelle Norwick says

    March 30, 2020 at 9:05 pm

    If I use quinoa how would I adjust the recipe? It was so awesome, my daughter loved it

    Reply
    • Karen says

      March 31, 2020 at 3:45 pm

      instead of the rice I’d add in rinsed quinoa and I’d use a 1 minute cooking time with a 10 minute natural pressure release.

      Reply
      • michelle norwick says

        April 5, 2020 at 3:03 pm

        Thank you!

        ★★★★★

        Reply
  16. CHRISTINE BIELLER says

    March 28, 2020 at 7:46 am

    We made this recipe earlier this week and it was so easy and super yummy!! I used brown rice as it was all I had, and it turned out fine! I also added a little crushed red pepper to the mix as we like it spicy! 🙂 We didn’t have lettuce, but I had plenty of baby spinach so I just lined a bowl with the spinach and scooped the mix on top and it was wonderful!

    Thanks for another quick and tasty recipe!

    I’m planning to make it again soon and I’m thinking about adding some chopped water chestnuts to give it some crunch, but I’m not sure if I would add them in from the beginning, or wait until after it’s done to stir them in?

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Karen says

      March 28, 2020 at 9:38 am

      I think I would add them in later. But I bet either would be fine!

      Reply
    • Chris says

      June 6, 2020 at 2:57 pm

      Could I use this receipt with my Power XL Pressure Cooker?

      Reply
      • Karen says

        June 8, 2020 at 4:20 pm

        I’m sure you could!

        Reply
  17. Danielle says

    March 3, 2020 at 10:42 pm

    Love this recipe, it’s so good. I wrapped it with butter lettuce. It’s the only time I can get my husband to eat lettuce.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Karen says

      March 4, 2020 at 12:10 pm

      Haha! That’s great Danielle.

      Reply
  18. Kelsey says

    February 6, 2020 at 2:46 pm

    OH MY GOODNESS! This was the best instant pot recipe that I have made. It was fast and delicious. I made this 4 days ago, and haven’t stopped thinking about it since. I will be making this again in the near future. It was amazing.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Karen says

      February 8, 2020 at 7:09 pm

      Yay Kelsey! I’m so happy to hear this 🙂

      Reply
  19. Bern says

    January 15, 2020 at 12:18 pm

    How to change the time if using brown rice? I can shmell 😊 this already!!!!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      January 15, 2020 at 3:54 pm

      Brown rice takes 22 minutes to cook plus a 10 minute natural pressure release.
      Alternately you could use minute brown rice and follow the same time as above.

      Reply
  20. Paul S Ries says

    January 14, 2020 at 11:50 pm

    Pot in pot methods: heres a video I googled: https://youtu.be/_eEiU5BUbqc

    Reply
  21. Ursula says

    January 14, 2020 at 2:53 pm

    I have an 8 quart pressure cooker. What do you mean pot in pot method for this recipe.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      January 15, 2020 at 3:56 pm

      Hi Ursula, Here’s how to do pot in pot method.
      Pour 1 1/2 cups into your Instant Pot. Then place a trivet into the pot. Add your ingredients for the recipe into a pan/pot that fits inside your Instant Pot. Lower the pot onto the top of the trivet. Pressure cook for 10 minutes. Then release the pressure.
      Here’s a video I made to explain it: https://youtu.be/hhBVsREuCEw

      Reply
  22. Jo Ann Santos says

    January 14, 2020 at 2:26 pm

    I have a 8 qt. Ultra pressure cooker. What do you mean by a pot-in-pot method for this Honey Garlic Pork recipe?

    Reply
    • Karen says

      January 15, 2020 at 3:57 pm

      Hi Jo Ann,
      Pour 1 1/2 cups into your Instant Pot. Then place a trivet into the pot. Add your ingredients for the recipe into a pan/pot that fits inside your Instant Pot. Lower the pot onto the top of the trivet. Pressure cook for 10 minutes. Then release the pressure.
      Here’s a video I made to explain it: https://youtu.be/hhBVsREuCEw

      Reply
  23. Diane says

    January 14, 2020 at 1:10 pm

    Looks easy and delicious! Have an 8 qt… how exactly would I do this pot in pot? Btw, LOVE your recipes!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Karen says

      January 15, 2020 at 3:57 pm

      HI Diane,
      Pour 1 1/2 cups into your Instant Pot. Then place a trivet into the pot. Add your ingredients for the recipe into a pan/pot that fits inside your Instant Pot. Lower the pot onto the top of the trivet. Pressure cook for 10 minutes. Then release the pressure.
      Here’s a video I made to explain it: https://youtu.be/hhBVsREuCEw

      Reply
      • Diane says

        January 16, 2020 at 1:20 pm

        Thanks for your help!!

        Reply
    • Melissa Case says

      January 31, 2020 at 7:44 pm

      I have an 8 qt and was fine without the pot in pot method.

      I hate to put 4 stars because it was delicious and easy.. but this recipe needed a little umph in my opinion. Maybe some hoison or sambel oelek.

      ★★★★

      Reply
      • Karen says

        February 1, 2020 at 11:24 am

        Thanks for sharing your experience!

        Reply

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