Description
These Mouthwatering Gluten Free Ground Turkey Lettuce Wraps are a quick and flavorful low-carb meal perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. Packed with fresh ginger, garlic, crunchy water chestnuts, and ground turkey, these wraps bring a delightful blend of textures and soy-free Asian-inspired flavors wrapped in crisp Boston Bibb lettuce leaves.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 1.5 tsp garlic (freshly minced for best flavor)
- 1.5 tsp ginger (freshly grated)
- 0.5 tsp sesame oil
- 0.5 cup coconut aminos (preferably Coconut Secret for soy-free flavor)
- 1.5 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp arrowroot powder (sifted to remove lumps)
Cooking Ingredients
- 1 tsp avocado oil (or any neutral oil like canola)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 0.5 cup onion (finely chopped, about 1/4-inch pieces)
- 0.5 cup red bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 lb ground turkey (Butterball brand recommended for moisture and texture)
- 8 oz water chestnuts (diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
- 12 Boston Bibb lettuce leaves (washed and separated)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the freshly minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, coconut aminos, rice vinegar, and sifted arrowroot powder. Stir well to create a smooth sauce mixture and set aside.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the avocado oil and the additional teaspoon of sesame oil. Allow the oils to warm until shimmering, which will help bring out their flavors when sautéing.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the finely chopped onions and red bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until the vegetables soften and become fragrant but not browned.
- Cook the Ground Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Break the meat apart with a spoon or spatula and cook for about 6-8 minutes or until it is no longer pink, stirring occasionally for even cooking.
- Add Water Chestnuts and Sauce: Stir in the diced water chestnuts and pour the prepared sauce mixture over the turkey and vegetables. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Thicken the Sauce and Finish Cooking: Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat all the ingredients evenly. Stir frequently to prevent sticking and burning.
- Assemble the Wraps: Remove the skillet from heat. Spoon a generous amount of the turkey mixture into the center of each Boston Bibb lettuce leaf, folding the leaf around the filling to form a wrap.
- Serve: Arrange the filled lettuce wraps on a serving platter. They are best enjoyed immediately while warm and fresh.
Notes
- For best flavor, use freshly minced garlic and freshly grated ginger.
- Coconut aminos provide a soy-free, gluten-free alternative to soy sauce; do not substitute with regular soy sauce for gluten-free adherence.
- Arrowroot powder is used as a thickening agent; ensure it is sifted to avoid lumps.
- Boston Bibb lettuce is preferred for its size and pliability which works well as a wrap, but butter lettuce can also be used.
- If desired, garnish with chopped green onions or toasted sesame seeds for additional flavor and texture.
- These wraps can be made ahead and refrigerated, but assemble lettuce just before serving to maintain crispness.
