I've really been craving asian inspired dishes lately. I think mainly because they are so full of flavors and texures that I'm super satisfied when my meal is over. So today I decided that Lettuce Wraps were on the agenda for lunch. This was super easy and quick!!! I hope you all enjoy them as much as I did!
1 pound ground beef (I used 85% lean)
1 meduim onion, diced
1 large clove or 2 regular cloves of garlic, minced
1-2 tablespoons grape seed oil
Start the onions and garlic in oil over medium high heat, once the onions start to soften add the ground beef, crumbling as you add it to the skillet, and brown. Reduce heat.
Add:
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
2 tablespoons Tamari (gluten free Soy sauce)
Stir to combine then add:
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, chopped
1 cup shredded or matchstick carrots
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
Stir well and allow to continue to simmer for about 10 minutes. You want to slightly soften the carrot but not cook through.
Toppings:
Fresh Cilantro
Lime slices
Sesame Seeds
Using full lettuce leaves like a tortilla, spoon meat mixture in and top with sesame seeds, cilantro and lime juice.
YUMMY!!!!!!
Enjoy!!!!
