Description
These Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps offer a flavorful and healthy dinner option, combining lean ground turkey with fresh vegetables, aromatic ginger and garlic, and a savory sauce. Wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, they provide a low-carb, gluten-free meal that’s quick to prepare and perfect for a light yet satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 (8 oz) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
Sauce and Garnishes
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 head butter lettuce or romaine, leaves separated and rinsed
- Sesame seeds and extra green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the sesame oil: Warm 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the turkey.
- Cook the turkey: Add 1 lb of lean ground turkey to the skillet and cook for 4–5 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it is nearly cooked through.
- Sauté aromatics: Add the finely diced onion, minced garlic, and freshly grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
- Add vegetables: Stir in the finely diced red bell pepper and chopped water chestnuts. Continue cooking for 2 more minutes to combine flavors.
- Combine sauces: Pour in 3 tablespoons of low-sodium soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon sriracha if using. Stir well to coat the mixture.
- Finish cooking: Cook the mixture until the turkey is fully cooked and heated through, about 2 more minutes. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Stir in green onions: Add the thinly sliced green onions to the turkey mixture and mix thoroughly.
- Assemble wraps: Spoon the turkey mixture into individual lettuce leaves. Garnish with sesame seeds and additional green onions if desired.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy the wraps fresh for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can swap ground turkey for chicken or plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian version.
- Add shredded carrots or mushrooms for extra vegetables and added nutrition.
- For a spicier option, increase the amount of sriracha or add chili flakes.
- Use butter lettuce for a softer wrap or romaine for more crunch.
- Make sure to rinse the lettuce leaves thoroughly and pat dry for best results.
