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Lettuce Wraps with Seasoned Ground Beef

Delicious and healthy lettuce wraps filled with seasoned ground beef, ideal for a quick meal or party appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Use low-sodium soy sauce for a lighter option.
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil Adds flavor to the dish.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • Lettuce leaves Boston or Butter lettuce Choose broad leaves for easy wrapping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until softened.
Cooking
  1. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and shredded carrots. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
Serving
  1. To serve, spoon the beef mixture into the lettuce leaves, sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, and roll up to enjoy.

Notes

Feel free to adjust seasoning. For a lighter option, substitute beef with turkey or chicken. You can add colorful vegetables for more nutrition.