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LETTUCE WRAPS (with wok-fried Beef)

Lettuce wraps with wok-fried beef is a classic dish that’s both flavorful and healthy. Here’s a recipe for you:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice wine
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 head of lettuce (butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce)
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice wine, and cornstarch.
2. In a wok or large frying pan, heat the sesame oil over high heat.
3. Add the diced onions and minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
4. Add the ground beef and cook until ned, browabout 5-7 minutes.
5. Pour in the sauce mixture and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
6. Wash and dry the lettuce leaves. Separate the leaves from the head and gently pull them apart.
7. Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the wok-fried beef mixture into each lettuce leaf.
8. Fold the sides of the lettuce over the filling, like a taco.
9. Serve immediately, topped with fresh cilantro if desired.

Enjoy your delicious and healthy lettuce wraps with wok-fried beef!