Description
These Asian-inspired ground beef lettuce wraps are healthy, flavorful, and quick to prepare. Ground beef is seasoned with ginger, garlic, and soy sauce, wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves for a delightful crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
- 8 large lettuce leaves (such as iceberg or romaine)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Optional: chili flakes for heat
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil; stir to combine.
- Mix in diced bell pepper, shredded carrots, and green onions; cook for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Spoon the beef mixture into lettuce leaves.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra heat, add a pinch of chili flakes. Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content. These wraps are best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 22g