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Asian Turkey Lettuce Wrap

Cultural Context

Originating from Chinese cuisine, lettuce wraps are a popular dish often filled with savory meats and vegetables. They are celebrated for their fresh, crisp textures and vibrant flavors, making them a favorite for light meals or appetizers. In modern adaptations, ground turkey is frequently used as a leaner protein option, appealing to health-conscious diners. The versatility of these wraps has led to their widespread popularity in various Asian restaurants around the world, often served with a variety of dipping sauces and garnishes.

AsianCNmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound ground turkey
1/2 cup spring onion bulbs
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 small red sliced chilies
1.5 cups diced green peppers
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
fresh cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon chili paste or sambal Olek
fresh lime juice
chopped coriander or cilantro
radicchio (or romaine or Boston lettuce)
regular oil
sesame oil

ground turkey

🥗Healthier: ground chicken

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground chicken is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

hoisin sauce

🥗Healthier: plum sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Plum sauce offers a similar sweetness, while soy sauce is more economical.

1

Heat a sauté pan and add regular oil followed by sesame oil.

2

Sauté 1/2 cup of sliced spring onion bulbs until fragrant.

3

Add 2 teaspoons of minced garlic and mix together with the onion.

4

Add 1 pound of ground turkey, breaking up lumps and allowing it to cook until it gets some color.

5

Add 2 small red sliced chilies and 1.5 cups of diced green peppers to the turkey.

6

Season with 2 tablespoons of light soy sauce, fresh cracked black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of chili paste or sambal Olek, mixing everything together.

7

Once the turkey is cooked, add fresh lime juice and chopped coriander or cilantro.

8

Serve the mixture in radicchio leaves or your choice of lettuce.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixing

Equipment Needed

sauté pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

soypeanuts

Also Known As

Turkey Lettuce WrapsAsian Lettuce Wraps

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