**Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to Southeast Asia with our delectable Asian lettuce wraps, a symphony of flavors that will transport you to vibrant street markets and bustling kitchens.**
Indulge in a medley of textures and aromas as you savor the crisp lettuce cups filled with savory fillings, from succulent chicken or tofu to a rainbow of crunchy vegetables, all drizzled with a tantalizing hoisin-peanut sauce. Delight in the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors that will leave you craving more.
This versatile dish offers endless possibilities for customization, allowing you to cater to your dietary preferences and culinary adventures. Choose from a variety of protein options, including chicken, tofu, or shrimp, and experiment with different vegetables to create a unique and personalized lettuce wrap experience.
Our comprehensive recipe guide provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring that even novice cooks can effortlessly prepare this Southeast Asian delicacy. Discover the secrets of making the perfect hoisin-peanut sauce, a harmonious blend of hoisin sauce, peanut butter, rice vinegar, and chili garlic sauce that elevates the lettuce wraps to a new level of deliciousness.
Unleash your creativity and explore the diverse variations of this dish, including a vegetarian version featuring tofu and a spicy rendition with Sriracha sauce. Each recipe offers a distinct flavor profile, catering to a range of preferences and dietary needs.
Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with our Asian lettuce wraps, a delightful appetizer or main course that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.
PEANUTTY ASIAN LETTUCE WRAPS
This recipe packs so much flavor into a beautiful, healthy presentation. I love to serve it as an hors d'oeuvre or as the main dish when I have folks over. It's always a hit! I usually serve it with a little extra hoisin on the side. -Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Whisk together first five ingredients until smooth. In a large skillet, cook and crumble turkey with carrot over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes; drain. Add ginger and garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in sauce mixture, water chestnuts, snow peas and green onions; heat through., Serve in lettuce leaves. If desired, drizzle with additional hoisin sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 613mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ASIAN LETTUCE WRAPS
Delicious and bursting with flavor, Asian lettuce wraps are a great idea for entertaining or a family style meal. Each person can build their own fresh, delicious wrap. Just be sure to have plates or napkins available since the mixture can sometimes drip a little. To serve, allow each person to spoon a portion of the meat into a lettuce leaf. Wrap the lettuce around the meat like a burrito and enjoy!
Provided by Rachel Castro
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Wraps and Rolls
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Rinse whole lettuce leaves and pat dry, being careful not tear them. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef and cooking oil in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease; transfer beef to a bowl. Cook and stir onion in the same skillet used for beef until slightly tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir hoisin sauce, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, and chile pepper sauce into onions. Add water chestnuts, green onions, sesame oil, and cooked beef; cook and stir until the onions just begin to wilt, about 2 minutes.
- Arrange lettuce leaves around the outer edge of a large serving platter and pile meat mixture in the center.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 68.9 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 579.6 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
ASIAN LETTUCE WRAPS
Steps:
- 1 head Boston lettuce, leaves separated, cleaned and dried In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the vegetable oil and saute beef until brown. Stir in ginger, scallions, garlic, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, and hoisin and cook for 1 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in the peanuts. Season with salt and pepper and serve warm wrapped in lettuce cups.
ASIAN LETTUCE WRAPS W HOISIN-PEANUT SAUCE
Steps:
- To prepare sauce, heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Add canola oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add shallot, and sauté for 2 minutes. Add 1/3 cup water and next 3 ingredients (through red pepper), and stir with a whisk. Bring to a boil; cook a minute or two. Remove from heat and stir in lime juice about 5 minutes after cooling. Set aside. To prepare both fillings, first spread crumbled tofu in a single layer on several layers of paper towels; cover with additional paper towels. Let stand 20 minutes, pressing down occasionally. Or if in a hurry, press the tofu with both hands to remove excess water, crumble into pieces. Heat a large nonstick skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add sesame oil to pan; swirl to coat. Brown the ground pork until cooked through, then add 1/3 cup green onions and tofu; sauté for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Separate half of the pork/tofu to another skillet or pan for the Korean filling. For the Thai filling: add cilantro (if available), soy sauce, ginger, sugar, and Sriracha; sauté a few minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. For the Korean filling: add the gochujang and remaining ingredients; saute a few minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. Slice up cucumber, carrot, and remaining green onions into long strips. Wash and rinse each Bibb lettuce leaves under cold water. Plate the fresh greens and vegetables together. Top lettuce leaf with desired ingredients: rice (if available), Thai or Korean filling, carrot and zucchini strips, and hoisin-peanut sauce.
ASIAN BEEF LETTUCE WRAPS
These Asian-inspired lettuce wraps are filled with ground beef cooked in a hoisin-peanut sauce, and topped with crunchy cucumbers, carrots, and fresh mint.
Provided by Christine Simon Michener
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Add hoisin sauce and peanut sauce; cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Spoon beef mixture into the center of lettuce leaves, taco-style. Top with cucumber, carrot, and mint. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 70.2 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 492.5 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, crisp lettuce leaves. This will help the wraps hold together and prevent them from becoming soggy.
- Choose a variety of fillings. This will add flavor and texture to the wraps. Some good options include cooked ground beef, chicken, shrimp, tofu, and vegetables.
- Make sure the hoisin peanut sauce is well-balanced. It should be sweet, savory, and slightly nutty. If it's too sweet, add more soy sauce or rice vinegar. If it's too savory, add more peanut butter or honey.
- Assemble the wraps just before serving. This will prevent the lettuce leaves from wilting.
Conclusion:
Asian lettuce wraps with hoisin peanut sauce are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for a party or potluck, and they're also a great way to use up leftover cooked meat or vegetables. With a variety of fillings and toppings to choose from, there's sure to be a combination that everyone will enjoy.
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