Asian Lettuce Wraps
Asian Lettuce Wraps pair juicy, ginger-kissed ground beef with crisp Bibb leaves for a satisfying contrast of savory-sweet flavors and fresh crunch. Hoisin, soy, and a touch of chile sauce bring depth, while water chestnuts add snap and green onions brighten each bite. Ideal as a shareable appetizer or light meal for casual gatherings.
- Prep15 min
- Cook15 min
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
Rinse the whole lettuce leaves and pat them dry carefully to avoid tearing; set them aside.
- 3
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 the grease; transfer the beef to a bowl.
- 4
Add onion to the same skillet; cook and stir until just tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
- 5
Stir in hoisin sauce, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, and chile pepper sauce until thoroughly combined. Add water chestnuts, green onions, sesame oil, and the cooked beef; cook and stir until the onions just start to wilt, about 2 minutes.
- 6
Arrange the lettuce leaves around the outside edge of a large serving platter; spoon the beef mixture into the center.
- Calories 493.2 kcal High
- Protein 21.91 g Good Source
- Carbs 34.74 g Moderate
- Total Fat 27.9 g High
- Saturated Fat 9.81 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 80.53 mg High
- Sodium 551.52 mg High
- Fiber 3.11 g Moderate
- Sugar 11.94 g High
- Added Sugar 7.85 g Moderate
- Calcium 258.46 mg Moderate
- Iron 2.68 mg Moderate
- Potassium 196.77 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 121.25 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 27.9 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Soy 🌱
- Sesame
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