Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground turkey or chicken: 1 pound (454 grams)
- Hoisin sauce: 1/4 cup (60 milliliters)
- Soy sauce: 1/4 cup (60 milliliters)
- Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters)
- Ginger, minced: 1 tablespoon (5 grams)
- Garlic, minced: 1 tablespoon (5 grams)
- Green onions, sliced: 1/2 cup (12 grams)
- Carrots, shredded: 1/2 cup (50 grams)
- Cabbage, shredded: 1/2 cup (50 grams)
- Lettuce leaves, for wrapping: 8 large
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown the ground turkey or chicken over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, green onions, carrots, and cabbage. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Place a large lettuce leaf on a plate. Fill with a scoop of the meat mixture. Roll up and enjoy!
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250 per wrap
- Protein: 20 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Light and refreshing
- Savory and flavorful
- Quick and easy to make
- Customizable with different fillings and toppings
User Comments:
- "These lettuce wraps are so delicious and easy to make. I love that I can customize them with my favorite fillings." - Sarah
- "I made these for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!" - Jessica
- "I love how quick and easy these wraps are to make. They're perfect for a busy weeknight dinner." - Michael
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use ground turkey or chicken that is at least 80% lean.
- If you don't have hoisin sauce, you can substitute with a mixture of soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar.
- To make the wraps gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce and lettuce leaves.
- You can add other vegetables to the filling, such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or snap peas.
- Serve the lettuce wraps with additional dipping sauces, such as soy sauce, hoisin sauce, or sriracha.
