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Asian Style Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps

Asian Style Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps

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Discover the vibrant and enticing flavors of Asian Style Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps, a delightful dish that combines savory ground beef with fresh veggies, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. This recipe is not only quick to prepare—taking just 25 minutes from start to finish—but also provides a fun and interactive dining experience for the whole family. Packed with protein and nutrients, these wraps can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Serve them with rice for a heartier meal or enjoy them as is for a lighter option. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these wraps are destined to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup coconut aminos
  • 2 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • ¼½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tsp arrowroot powder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 medium red bell pepper (finely diced)
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • 4 whole green onions (sliced into 1” pieces)
  • Kosher salt and ground pepper to taste
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Boston Bibb lettuce leaves
  • Steamed white rice or sautéed cauliflower rice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce by whisking together maple syrup, coconut aminos, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and optional red pepper flakes with arrowroot powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook ground beef until browned.
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté until fragrant.
  4. Stir in diced bell pepper and shredded carrots; cook until tender.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Toss in sliced green onions before assembling.
  7. Spoon filling into lettuce leaves and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.

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