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Asian-Style Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps

Asian-Style Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps

These Asian-Style Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps are a delightful and healthy dish, perfect for a light meal or appetizer. The savory ground beef is complemented by a mix of vegetables and a sweet and tangy sauce, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. Quick and simple to prepare, they are ideal for both weeknight dinners and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 People
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 skillet or wok
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 wooden spoon or spatula
  • 1 cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • ΒΌ cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 head butter or iceberg lettuce, leaves separated and rinsed
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened, about 2 minutes.
  • Increase the heat to high and add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  • Stir in the chopped mushrooms, red bell pepper, and shredded carrots. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables have softened.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and minced ginger. Pour this sauce over the beef mixture and stir well to combine. Let it cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in the sliced green onions and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • To serve, spoon the beef mixture into the center of a lettuce leaf, fold it up, and enjoy!

Notes

You can customize the filling by adding or substituting other vegetables, such as zucchini or bean sprouts.
For a spicier kick, consider adding chili paste or sriracha to the mixture.
These wraps are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat the filling before serving again.
Feel free to serve with additional sauces on the side, like sweet chili sauce or additional soy sauce.