HOISIN MEATBALL LETTUCE WRAPS

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I make these tangy-sweet appetizers every year during the holidays, and it doesn't take long for them to disappear.-Elaine Sweet, Dallas, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h10m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup minced fresh chives
3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
4 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 pound ground pork
2 to 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
SAUCE:
1/2 cup red currant jelly
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons mirin (sweet rice wine)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons Thai red chili paste
WRAPS:
36 small Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place cornstarch in a shallow bowl. In a large bowl, combine the next 7 ingredients. Add beef and pork; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls; coat with cornstarch., In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Brown meatballs in batches, adding additional oil as needed. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels., Add sauce ingredients to skillet; cook and stir over medium heat until blended. Return meatballs to pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until meatballs are glazed and cooked through, 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve meatballs in lettuce leaves; sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

ransika fernando
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I'm not a big fan of hoisin sauce, but these lettuce wraps were still really good. The meatballs were flavorful and juicy, and the lettuce wraps were a healthy and refreshing way to enjoy them.


Mal Beadell
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These lettuce wraps were a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. They loved the meatballs and the hoisin sauce, and they didn't even notice the lettuce.


Roland Mervin Davids
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These lettuce wraps were so easy to make and they were so delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making these again.


Samantha Pritula
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These lettuce wraps were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more savory hoisin sauce.


anzla Raja (‫مرشد‬‎)
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I'm not a big fan of lettuce wraps, but these were actually really good! The meatballs were tender and juicy, and the hoisin sauce was flavorful and tangy. I would definitely make these again.


Madalyn Barkley
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These lettuce wraps were a great way to use up leftover meatballs. The hoisin sauce was delicious and the lettuce wraps were a healthy and refreshing way to enjoy them.


Abubakar Official 786
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These lettuce wraps were amazing! The meatballs were so flavorful and the hoisin sauce was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making these again.


SadaqatBaloch Sara Ansari
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These lettuce wraps were so easy to make and they were so delicious! I loved the flavor of the meatballs and the hoisin sauce. I will definitely be making these again.


AK Gaming
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I tried this recipe and it was a disaster! The meatballs were dry and the hoisin sauce was too sweet. I would not recommend this recipe.


Chreens Bradly
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These lettuce wraps were delicious! The meatballs were perfectly cooked and the hoisin sauce was amazing. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making these again.


Patrick Stone
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I made these lettuce wraps for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. The meatballs were so tender and flavorful, and the hoisin sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making these again.


Olisanedumdavid Nwosu
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These lettuce wraps were a hit! The meatballs were flavorful and juicy, and the hoisin sauce gave them a delicious sweet and savory flavor. The lettuce wraps were a great way to enjoy the meatballs, and they were also a healthy and refreshing option.