Welcome to the world of flavorsome and healthy Asian roll lettuce wraps! This article aims to help you create the perfect dish that combines the vibrant flavors of Asian cuisine with the refreshing crunch of lettuce. We will guide you through the essential steps and ingredients to ensure your lettuce wraps are bursting with bold flavors, making them the star of your meal. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this guide will help you master the art of Asian roll lettuce wraps, so you can impress your family and friends with this delightful dish.
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ASIAN LETTUCE WRAPS
This recipe is as tasty as the lettuce wraps found in national restaurants, but it's healthier! - Linda Rowley, Richardson, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add turkey; cook 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles. Add jalapeno, green onions and garlic; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in basil, lime juice, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce and sugar; heat through., To serve, place turkey mixture in lettuce leaves; top with cucumber, carrot and bean sprouts. Fold lettuce over filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 503mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g 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.
VIETNAMESE PORK LETTUCE WRAPS
Casual, flavorful and low in carbohydrates, these Vietnamese Pork Lettuce Wraps are a perfect and low-fuss way to feed a group. Place the ingredients in separate dishes and let your guests assemble their own wrap, which allows them to personalize to suit their tastes. -Gretchen Barnes, Fairfax, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix vinegar, sugar and salt until blended. Stir in carrots and onion; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes., In a large skillet, cook pork, ginger and garlic over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until pork is no longer pink, breaking up pork into crumbles; drain. Stir in soy sauce, mirin, salt, pepper and, if desired, fish sauce., To serve, drain carrot mixture. Place pork mixture in lettuce leaves; top with cucumber, red pepper, green onions, carrot mixture and herbs. Sprinkle with jalapeno and peanuts; drizzle with hoisin sauce. Squeeze lime juice over tops. Fold lettuce over filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 312mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
ASIAN ROLL LETTUCE WRAP
This is a easy, wonderful, light yet filling meal with turkey or beef, rice and fresh veggies! Fun to eat! You will need at least eight 10-inch bamboo skewers for cooking the meat.
Provided by Liz
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Wraps and Rolls
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix together ground turkey, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon minced garlic and 2 teaspoons ginger. Form into 16 meatballs and roll into ovals. Cover and refrigerate.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine rice with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
- Preheat the grill or broiler. Arrange rice, lettuce leaves, carrots, scallions, radishes and red peppers onto a serving platter or place each into a small bowl. In a medium bowl, mix together 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1/3 cup water, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons garlic, 1 tablespoon ginger, and sugar. Divide into 4 small dipping bowls.
- Thread two meatballs onto each 10 inch skewer. Grill or broil for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally to brown all sides. If broiling, line the broiler pan with aluminum foil and drain fat after 6 minutes.
- To eat, place a leaf of lettuce onto the palm of your hand, spoon on a little rice, then a meat roll, and a few of the vegetables. Roll up and dip in dipping sauce or spoon sauce over.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.9 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Cholesterol 83.6 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 28.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 951.3 mg, Sugar 6.8 g
ASIAN LETTUCE WRAPS
Sweet and spicy. How can you go wrong? I feel these are similar to the ones served at P. F. Changs. This can be served hot or cold. I usually serve this with a cool yogurt and cucumber salad. I use the leftovers on my lunch salad the next day.
Provided by mollypie
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 22m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Brown the chicken in the oil in large skillet.
- Add soy, sweet chili /mae ploy sauce, sesame seeds, pine nuts, rice vinegar, garlic,and ginger.
- Cook one minute.
- Wrap in lettuce leaves with chopped peanuts and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 355, Fat 22.8, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 79.5, Sodium 426.4, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 0.6, Protein 30.1
ASIAN ROLL LETTUCE WRAP FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY!
This is a easy, wonderful, light yet filling meal with turkey or beef, rice and fresh veggies! Fun to eat! You will need at least 8 - (10 inch) bamboo skewers for cooking the meat.
Provided by kiwidutch
Categories Asian
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix together ground turkey, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon minced garlic and 2 teaspoons ginger. Form into 16 meatballs and roll into ovals. Cover and refrigerate.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine rice with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
- Preheat the grill or broiler.
- Arrange rice, lettuce leaves, carrots, scallions, radishes and red peppers onto a serving platter or place each into a small bowl.
- In a medium bowl, mix together 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1/3 cup water, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons garlic, 1 tablespoon ginger, and sugar. Divide into 4 small dipping bowls.
- Thread two meatballs onto each 10 inch skewer. Grill or broil for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally to brown all sides. If broiling, line the broiler pan with aluminum foil and drain fat after 6 minutes.
- To eat, place a leaf of lettuce onto the palm of your hand, spoon on a little rice, then a meat roll, and a few of the vegetables. Roll up and dip in dipping sauce or spoon sauce over.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.4, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 59.8, Sodium 1194.4, Carbohydrate 33.9, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 4.7, Protein 19.6
Tips:
- To make the perfect Asian Roll Lettuce Wrap, start with fresh, crisp lettuce leaves. Choose leaves that are large enough to hold all of the fillings without tearing.
- Use a variety of fillings to create a flavorful and balanced wrap. Some popular fillings include grilled chicken or shrimp, shredded vegetables, rice noodles, and herbs.
- Be sure to sauce your wraps before eating. The sauce adds flavor and moisture to the wrap and helps to hold all of the fillings together.
- For a healthier wrap, use whole-wheat tortillas or lettuce leaves instead of white bread.
- If you are making the wraps ahead of time, store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When ready to serve, bring the wraps to room temperature before eating.
Conclusion:
Asian Roll Lettuce Wraps are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can be made ahead of time. With a variety of fillings and sauces to choose from, there is an Asian Roll Lettuce Wrap for everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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