How to Make Asian Lettuce Wraps - A Step-by-Step Guide

Asian lettuce wraps are a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light and flavorful meal. These wraps are often filled with a combination of savory ground meat, crunchy water chestnuts, and a variety of Asian-inspired sauces and seasonings. They are then wrapped in crisp, fresh lettuce leaves, making them a refreshing and low-carb option for lunch or dinner.

These wraps are not only tasty, but they are also versatile, as you can customize them with your favorite ingredients...

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Ingredients

  • 16 Boston Bibb or butter lettuce leaves
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • ¼ cup hoisin sauce
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons minced pickled ginger
  • 1 dash Asian chile pepper sauce, or to taste (Optional)
  • 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped
  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Asian (dark) sesame oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Rinse whole lettuce leaves and pat dry, being careful not to tear them; set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef; cook and stir until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease; transfer beef to a bowl. Add onion to the same skillet; cook and stir until just tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir in hoisin sauce, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, and chile pepper sauce until well combined. Add water chestnuts, green onions, sesame oil, and cooked beef; cook and stir until the onions just begin to wilt, about 2 minutes.
  • Arrange lettuce leaves around the outer edge of a large serving platter; spoon beef mixture in the center.
  • Nutrition

    388 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 580mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 90mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 699mg