Hoisin Turkey Lettuce Wraps - Spicy Asian-Style Low-Carb Dinner
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Small mixing bowl
- Serving platter
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground turkey 93/7 lean
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger minced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium
- 1 tablespoon sriracha or to taste
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 heads butter lettuce leaves separated and washed
- 3 green onions sliced thin
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently, until turkey is browned and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sriracha, and sesame oil. Pour sauce over the cooked turkey and stir to combine.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until sauce is heated through and turkey is well coated. Remove from heat.
- Arrange clean, dry lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Spoon warm turkey mixture into lettuce cups.
- Garnish with sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and sesame seeds. Serve immediately while turkey is still warm.
Notes
Storage tip: Turkey mixture keeps in refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in skillet with splash of broth. Prepare lettuce cups fresh for best texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 38gFat: 24gSodium: 680mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8g