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Asian-Style Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps

Delicious Asian-Style Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps to Savor

Savor these Asian-Style Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps, a delightful low-carb option packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or brown sugar/coconut sugar
  • ¼ cup coconut aminos or tamari/soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil or olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder or cornstarch
For the Filling
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 pound ground beef or ground pork, bison, or venison
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger or powdered ginger
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots or zucchini
  • 3 stalks green onions sliced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper
For Serving
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 8 leaves Boston Bibb lettuce or romaine
  • 1 cup steamed white rice or cauliflower rice, optional

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • medium bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together maple syrup, coconut aminos, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and optional red pepper flakes until well combined. Gradually stir in arrowroot powder until smooth.
  2. Cook the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Add Aromatics: Reduce the heat to medium and stir in minced garlic and fresh ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate Vegetables: Add diced red bell pepper and shredded carrots, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  5. Combine: Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetable mixture, stirring to combine. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Finish & Serve: Remove from heat and stir in green onions. Spoon the mixture into lettuce leaves, garnishing with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 2wrapsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 22gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Make the filling ahead and store in the fridge for quick meal prep. Adjust sauce thickness to taste. Use different meats and veggies based on preference.

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