Description
Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps are a flavorful, low-carb alternative to traditional wraps. They feature savory ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a tangy sauce all wrapped in crisp, refreshing lettuce leaves. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup water chestnuts, chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger (or fresh grated ginger)
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional for heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 head of iceberg lettuce or butter lettuce, separated into leaves (for wrapping)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
- Chopped green onions (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Cook the beef: Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add the sauce ingredients: Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ground ginger, and sriracha (if using). Continue to cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Add water chestnuts: Stir in the chopped water chestnuts and cook for another 1 minute.
- Season: Taste the filling and add salt and pepper as needed.
- Assemble: Spoon the ground beef mixture into the center of each lettuce leaf. Garnish with fresh cilantro and chopped green onions, if desired.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy as a healthy, low-carb meal!
Notes
- You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or pork for a leaner option.
- For a spicier kick, add more sriracha or include red pepper flakes.
- To make this dish gluten-free, use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 60mg