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Ginger Scallion Beef Lettuce

Ginger Scallion Beef Lettuce: 5 Sensational Wraps

  • Author: Anna
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Ginger-Scallion Beef Lettuce Wraps with Crunchy Cucumbers offer vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients for weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Ground Beef (85-90% lean)
  • 3 tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar (for quick-pickling cucumbers)
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice (to brighten beef)
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (for thickening sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (minced)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 4 scallions Scallions (chopped)
  • 1 head Butter Lettuce (for wrapping)
  • 1 cucumber Cucumbers (thinly sliced)
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice (rinsed well)
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil (added at the end)
  • 1/2 cup Peanuts (for crunch)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (Cilantro) (for brightness)

Instructions

  1. Pickle Cucumbers: Slice the cucumbers thinly and combine with rice vinegar, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Let them sit for about 15-20 minutes.
  2. Cook Rice: Rinse jasmine rice thoroughly until the water runs mostly clear. In a pot, simmer the rice with water for about 12 minutes. After cooking, rest it covered off heat for 10 minutes before fluffing.
  3. Brown Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef. Spread it evenly and let it brown undisturbed for about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped scallions to the skillet with the beef, stirring occasionally. Once softened, introduce minced garlic and ginger. Sauté until fragrant.
  5. Prepare Sauce: Whisk cornstarch with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, lime juice, and rice vinegar until smooth. Pour into the beef mixture, stirring constantly until it thickens.
  6. Finish with Greens: Stir in half of the reserved scallion greens into the beef mixture. Save the remaining greens for garnishing your wraps.
  7. Serve: Present the beef mixture, lettuce leaves, quick-pickled cucumbers, and optional toppings on a platter for assembly.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 35 minutes
    • Category: Main Course
    • Method: Stovetop
    • Cuisine: Asian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 wrap
    • Calories: 350
    • Sugar: 3g
    • Sodium: 600mg
    • Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
    • Carbohydrates: 30g
    • Fiber: 2g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Cholesterol: 70mg

    Find it online: https://chroka.com/ginger-scallion-beef-lettuce/