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Asian-Inspired Beef Lettuce Wraps

Asian-Inspired Beef Lettuce Wraps

Lunch
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
15min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Chef's Note

For the best texture, look for butter lettuce with large, cup-shaped leaves that can hold the filling well. If you prefer more heat, add a thinly sliced Thai chili to the beef mixture or serve with additional sriracha on the side. These wraps are perfect for meal prep - just store the filling and lettuce separately and assemble right before eating.

Tags
quick
beef
Asian
low-carb
high-protein
lunch
gluten-free
dairy-free
Ingredients

  • 8 oz ground beef

  • 1 head butter lettuce

  • 2 cloves garlic

  • 1 tbsp ginger

  • 1/2 medium red bell pepper

  • 1 medium carrot

  • 3 stalks green onions

  • 1/4 cup water chestnuts

  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce

  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce

  • 1 tsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • 1/2 tsp sriracha sauce

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions
  • 1

    Wash the butter lettuce leaves carefully, separate them, and set aside to dry on paper towels.

  • 2

    Mince 2 cloves of garlic and 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger.

  • 3

    Finely dice 1/2 red bell pepper and 1 medium carrot.

  • 4

    Thinly slice 3 stalks of green onions, separating the white and green parts.

  • 5

    Drain and chop 1/4 cup of water chestnuts.

  • 6

    In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon of sriracha sauce.

  • 7

    Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  • 8

    Add the minced garlic, ginger, and white parts of green onions. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  • 9

    Add 8 oz of ground beef to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon until browned.

  • 10

    Add the diced bell pepper and carrot to the skillet. Cook for another 3 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.

  • 11

    Stir in the chopped water chestnuts and sauce mixture. Cook for 2 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.

  • 12

    Remove from heat and stir in the green parts of the green onions, reserving some for garnish.

  • 13

    To serve, spoon the beef mixture onto individual lettuce leaves, sprinkle with remaining green onions and 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition Information (per serving)
385
Calories
24g
Protein
18g
Carbs
25g
Fat
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