Beef Chaing Mai (Lettuce Wraps)

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 1
Beef Chaing Mai (Lettuce Wraps) - A Thai-inspired dish full of flavor and texture
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef
1/4 cup wild rice , finely ground in a blender
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup sliced green onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
salt and pepper , to taste
2 heads butter lettuce
fresh mint leaves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
235
Sugar
2g
Fat
12g
Beef Chaing Mai (Lettuce Wraps) is a Thai-inspired dish that makes for a perfect low-carb, high protein meal. The dish is versatile and can be served as an appetizer or a main course depending on your preference. The beef mixture is cooked until perfectly crumbled and then served inside soft butter lettuce cups, topped with fresh mint leaves. This dish is an explosion of flavor and texture, making it perfect for those who like to try new and exciting foods. Beef Chaing Mai (Lettuce Wraps) originated in Northern Thailand as a delicious street food, and has since become a popular dish all over the world. It's easy to see why!

Instructions

1.In a bowl mix together ground beef, wild rice, sugar and red pepper flakes.
2.Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the mixture to the skillet.
3.Cook the beef while breaking it apart until crumbled and no longer pink.
4.Add the green onion, chopped mint leaves and cilantro until the herbs become fragrant and remove the skillet from heat.
5.In a separate bowl whisk together the lemon juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt and pepper and pour the mixture on top of the beef mixture.
6.Serve the beef mixture in butter lettuce cups and top with fresh mint leaves.

PROS

Beef Chaing Mai (Lettuce Wraps) is a perfect low-carb, high protein meal that is gluten-free but full of flavor and texture.

This dish can be an appetizer or a main course and is a great way to present an interactive family-style meal.

CONS

Beef Chaing Mai (Lettuce Wraps) might not be the easiest recipe to execute as there are many steps involved in preparing the dish.

Cooking the meat mixture to the correct consistency is essential to preventing the dish from becoming too dry.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is an excellent source of protein and a rich source of essential nutrients that play a role in supporting muscle and bone health.
Butter lettuce is rich in beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant that supports healthy vision and skin.
The fresh herbs used in the recipe, such as mint and cilantro, are full of vitamins and minerals that help the body fight inflammation and boost the immune system.

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