Savory Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps Your New Favorite Weeknight Dish

Delightful and quick Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps, perfect for weeknight meals packed with flavor.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 wraps

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons maple syrup Can substitute with brown sugar or coconut sugar.
1/4 cup coconut aminos Soy sauce alternative.
1 tablespoon rice vinegar White vinegar can be used as an alternative.
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil Olive oil can replace but may alter the taste.
a pinch red pepper flakes Omit for milder flavor.
1 teaspoon arrowroot powder Optional for thickening.

For the Filling

1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey, chicken, or bison.
3 cloves garlic Fresh minced is ideal.
1 tablespoon fresh ginger Ground ginger can substitute, fresh is preferable.
1 medium red bell pepper Can swap for shredded zucchini.
1 cup shredded carrots Feel free to use any vegetable.
2 sliced green onions Regular onions can be substituted.
to taste kosher salt Adjust if using soy sauce.
to taste black pepper Essential for seasoning.

For the Wrap

1 head Boston Bibb lettuce Romaine can serve as a substitute.
to taste sesame seeds Optional garnish.

Optional Serving Options

to taste steamed white rice or cauliflower rice Optional but adds bulk.

Equipment

Skillet
measuring cup
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps

In a measuring cup, whisk together 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, 1/4 cup coconut aminos, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Stir in 1 teaspoon of arrowroot powder and set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet, add 1 pound of ground beef and sauté for about 5 minutes until browned.
Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
Mix in 1 diced red bell pepper and 1 cup of shredded carrots, sauté for 3-4 minutes.
Pour the sauce over the beef and veggies and simmer for 2-3 minutes, seasoning with kosher salt and black pepper.
Spoon the mixture into Boston Bibb lettuce leaves and garnish with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These wraps are easily customizable and delicious as leftovers. Store filling separately from lettuce to maintain freshness.

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