Description
These Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps are a quick, flavorful, and healthy meal option. Made with seasoned ground beef, fresh crisp lettuce, and a savory sauce, they are perfect for a light lunch, dinner, or appetizer. The combination of tender beef and crunchy lettuce makes them both satisfying and refreshing.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb (450g) ground beef (lean or 80/20)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (if using lean beef)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (or substitute with extra soy sauce for lower sugar)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional, for depth of flavor)
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 head of butter lettuce or romaine lettuce, leaves separated
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil (if using). Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned (about 5–6 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the onion, garlic, and ginger to the beef. Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, oyster sauce (if using), sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
- Add Veggies: Mix in shredded carrots and half of the green onions. Cook for 1 more minute, then remove from heat.
- Assemble the Wraps: Spoon the beef mixture into lettuce leaves. Sprinkle with remaining green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a low-carb version, omit the hoisin sauce and use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
- For extra crunch, add chopped water chestnuts or crushed peanuts.
- Meal prep: Store the beef mixture separately and assemble the wraps fresh for each serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg