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Quick and Easy Asian-Style Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps

Quick and Easy Asian-Style Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers red and green
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 head of iceberg lettuce leaves separated
  • Chopped green onions for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Sharp knife
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Once the beef is cooked, drain any excess fat from the skillet.
  4. Stir in the diced bell peppers and shredded carrots, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper. Stir well to mix.
  7. Pour the sauce over the beef and vegetable mixture in the skillet, tossing everything together to coat evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  8. Remove the skillet from heat and prepare to assemble your lettuce wraps.
  9. Take a lettuce leaf and spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture into the center. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Storage & Reheating:
Store any leftover beef mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm in a skillet over medium heat until heated through. Serve in fresh lettuce wraps for best texture.
Variations:
- Substitute ground chicken or turkey for a lighter option.
- Add chopped water chestnuts for an extra crunch.
- Include sliced mushrooms for added flavor and nutrition.
- Top with Sriracha or chili sauce for a spicy kick.