Spicy Asian Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Name: Spicy Asian Lettuce Wraps
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Large Head Iceberg Lettuce; 1 Tablespoon Grape Seed Oil; 1 pound Ground Turkey; Kosher Salt; Freshly Ground Black Pepper; 1 Small Red Onion, Diced; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 teaspoon Ginger (freshly Grated); 1 Jalapeno, Seeded And Diced; 2 Medium Carrots, Peeled And Shredded; 1 teaspoon Chinese Five Spice; 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes; 3 Tablespoons Low Sodium Soy Sauce; 5 Green Onions, Sliced Thinly, White And Light Green Parts Only; Cilantro For Garnish; 1 Lime

Servings: persons

1 Large Head Iceberg Lettuce
1 Tablespoon Grape Seed Oil
1 pound Ground Turkey
Kosher Salt
Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1 Small Red Onion, Diced
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 teaspoon Ginger (freshly Grated)
1 Jalapeno, Seeded And Diced
2 Medium Carrots, Peeled And Shredded
1 teaspoon Chinese Five Spice
1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes
3 Tablespoons Low Sodium Soy Sauce
5 Green Onions, Sliced Thinly, White And Light Green Parts Only
Cilantro For Garnish
1 Lime

1
With a paring knife, remove the core from the bottom side of the lettuce.
2
Peel away the outer layer of lettuce and discard.
3
Gently peel away the layers of lettuce, being careful not to tear them.
4
Set aside.
5
Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
6
Add the turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
7
Add the onions and cook until soft, 2-3 minutes.
8
Add the garlic, ginger, jalapeno, and carrots.
9
Cook for another 2 minutes.
10
Mix in the Chinese five spice, red pepper flakes, and soy sauce.
11
Cook until soy sauce has been absorbed, about 2 minutes.
12
Season with salt and pepper.
13
Scoop meat mixture into the lettuce cups, doubling up lettuce cups if they are too thin.
14
Garnish with green onions, cilantro leaves, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

296

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Large Head Iceberg Lettuce, 1 Tablespoon Grape Seed Oil, 1 pound Ground Turkey, Kosher Salt, and more.

Yes, Spicy Asian Lettuce Wraps falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Spicy Asian Lettuce Wraps

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Variations & substitutions

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