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Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps

Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps for a Flavor-Packed Low-Carb Feast

Enjoy flavorful Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps, a delicious low-carb meal perfect for gluten-free and keto diets.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil for a higher smoke point
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can be swapped for ground turkey or plant-based meat
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Red onion can be used as a substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is ideal
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Ground ginger can be used as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Hoisin Sauce Replace with a mix of soy sauce and brown sugar if necessary
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Lemon or lime juice can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Use sunflower oil for a lighter touch
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Omit if you prefer a milder dish
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Water Chestnuts Substitute with crunchy bamboo shoots
  • 2 Green Onions Chives make a great alternative
For the Wraps
  • 1 head Lettuce Butter or romaine lettuce is recommended
  • Sesame Seeds For garnish
  • Green Onions For garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes until it shimmers.
  2. Add 1 diced yellow onion to the skillet, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent and fragrant.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  4. Next, add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook for about 6-7 minutes.
  5. Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil.
  6. Incorporate 1 cup of chopped water chestnuts and 2 chopped green onions into the beef mixture.
  7. Remove the skillet from heat and let the beef mixture cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
  8. Spoon the beef mixture into the center of each leaf of lettuce, garnishing with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use lean beef for a healthier option. Cool the filling to keep the lettuce fresh. Meal prep friendly—store mixture for up to 4 days.

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