ORANGE BEEF LETTUCE WRAPS

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This is a lighter version of a restaurant favorite. I also recommend trying these wraps with ground chicken or turkey.-Robin Haas, Cranston, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

SAUCE:
1/4 cup rice vinegar
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons orange marmalade
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce
WRAPS:
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon orange marmalade
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
8 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves
2 cups cooked brown rice
1 cup shredded carrots
3 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine sauce ingredients., In a large skillet, cook beef, garlic and ginger over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in soy sauce, orange juice, sugar, marmalade and pepper flakes. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water; stir into pan. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until sauce is thickened., Serve in lettuce leaves with rice. Top with carrots and green onions; drizzle with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Bismil jan
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These lettuce wraps were amazing! The orange beef was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The lettuce cups were the perfect way to hold all the delicious ingredients. I will definitely be making these again!


live Ramim
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I loved this recipe! The orange beef was so flavorful and the lettuce wraps were the perfect way to enjoy it. I will definitely be making this again!


Brandi Turcola
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These lettuce wraps were delicious! The orange beef was perfectly cooked and the vegetables were fresh and crisp. The sauce was flavorful and tangy. I would definitely recommend this recipe!


Mariama Sannoh
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The orange beef was tender and flavorful, and the lettuce wraps were a great way to enjoy it. I will definitely be making this again!


Sheldon Darder
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These lettuce wraps were a hit at my last party! The orange beef was flavorful and juicy, and the lettuce cups were the perfect vessel for holding all the delicious ingredients. I'll definitely be making these again!