Chinese Spicy Beef Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Name: Chinese Spicy Beef Lettuce Wraps
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 2 minced garlic cloves; 1 tablespoon sherry wine; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil; 1 teaspoon thai chili paste (sambal oelek); 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder; 1 bunch green onion, white parts chopped green parts cut on bias in 1/4-inch lengths (divided); 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and coarsely chopped; 1 jalapeno chile, seeded, deveined and minced; 1 teaspoon cornstarch, mixed with; 1 tablespoon cold water; 2 heads bibb lettuce or 2 heads butter lettuce

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef
2 minced garlic cloves
1 tablespoon sherry wine
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1 teaspoon thai chili paste (sambal oelek)
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
1 bunch green onion, white parts chopped green parts cut on bias in 1/4-inch lengths (divided)
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and coarsely chopped
1 jalapeno chile, seeded, deveined and minced
1 teaspoon cornstarch, mixed with
1 tablespoon cold water
2 heads bibb lettuce or 2 heads butter lettuce

1
Spray large, heavy skillet with nonstick cooking spray. In skillet set over medium-high heat, brown ground beef; drain if necessary.
2
Add garlic, sherry, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili paste, five-spice powder, white part of green onions, water chestnuts and minced chile. Turn down heat and simmer about 10 minutes.
3
Add cornstarch-water mixture to beef mixture and stir until it thickens slightly. Add green part of green onions and cook just until heated through (onion tops will lose their bright green color if cooked too long).
4
Separate lettuce leaves, wash and pat dry. Arrange lettuce cups on platter and serve alongside beef mixture.
5
Serve with my Sweet Soy Dipping Sauce (#144178) A must-have for the lettuce wraps !

476

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon sherry wine, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Chinese Spicy Beef Lettuce Wraps falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chinese Spicy Beef Lettuce Wraps

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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