Turkey Potsticker Stir-Fry Lettuce Wraps (Printable Version)

Savory turkey and crisp vegetables in fresh lettuce cups with ginger-garlic flavor.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Protein

01 - 1 lb ground turkey

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 cup shredded carrots
03 - 1 cup thinly sliced shiitake mushrooms
04 - 1 cup finely shredded Napa cabbage
05 - 4 green onions, thinly sliced
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - 1 inch piece fresh ginger, grated

→ Sauce and Seasonings

08 - 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
09 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
10 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
11 - 1½ teaspoons honey
12 - ½ teaspoon chili flakes, optional
13 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ For Serving

14 - 12 large butter lettuce leaves or Bibb lettuce
15 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
16 - Extra sliced green onion, optional

# Steps:

01 - Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked through, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
02 - Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced green onions to the turkey. Sauté for 1 minute until the mixture becomes fragrant.
03 - Stir in shredded carrots, mushrooms, and Napa cabbage. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp, maintaining slight firmness.
04 - Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and chili flakes in a small bowl. Pour the sauce over the turkey mixture and toss until evenly coated. Cook for 2 additional minutes. Season with black pepper to taste.
05 - Remove from heat. Spoon the turkey-vegetable filling into individual lettuce leaves.
06 - Top each wrap with toasted sesame seeds and additional sliced green onions if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy 35-minute preparation and cook time.
  • Low-carb, dairy-free, and packed with high-quality protein.
  • A perfect balance of savory, sweet, and slight heat.
02 -
  • Break the ground turkey into very small crumbles to mimic the texture of traditional potsticker filling.
  • Use butter lettuce or Bibb lettuce for their natural cup-like shape and soft texture.
  • Adjust the chili flakes to your preferred spice level.
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