Turkey Potsticker Stir-Fry Lettuce Wraps (Printable Version)

Cool lettuce cups filled with savory turkey stir-fry, crisp vegetables, and ginger-soy sauce.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Protein

01 - 1 pound ground turkey

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 cup shredded carrots
03 - 1 cup shredded green cabbage
04 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions, divided
05 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced

→ Sauce

08 - 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
09 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
10 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
11 - 1 teaspoon honey
12 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, optional

→ Assembly

13 - 1 head butter lettuce or romaine, leaves separated and washed
14 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

# Steps:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and chili flakes. Set aside.
02 - Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 to 6 minutes. Drain excess liquid if necessary.
03 - Add minced garlic, ginger, and half the sliced scallions to the cooked turkey. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Stir in shredded carrots, cabbage, and sliced bell pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables achieve a crisp-tender texture.
05 - Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients. Cook for 1 additional minute, then remove from heat.
06 - Spoon the turkey stir-fry mixture into lettuce leaves. Garnish with remaining scallions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish.
  • High Protein: Each serving provides 28g of protein to keep you satisfied.
  • Healthy and Fresh: A dairy-free dish packed with crisp vegetables like carrots, cabbage, and bell peppers.
  • Customizable: Easily adapted for gluten-free diets by using tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.
02 -
  • Choose butter lettuce (Bibb or Boston) for soft, flexible cups that hold the filling well without breaking.
  • Shred the cabbage and carrots finely so they cook quickly and evenly with the other vegetables.
  • Prepare the sauce before you start cooking the meat to keep the stir-fry process moving smoothly.
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