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Hoisin Meatball Lettuce Wraps
Experience a burst of flavors with these Hoisin Meatball Lettuce Wraps! Tender, savory meatballs made with a delightful combination of hoisin sauce, ginger, and garlic are nestled in crunchy lettuce leaves and topped with vibrant cucumber and carrot. These wraps are not just visually appealing but also packed with fresh ingredients that make them a perfect appetizer or a light meal. Inspired by Asian cuisine, these wraps blend tradition with a modern twist, bringing a taste of street food right to your kitchen.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- 1 pound
- Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup
- Egg
- 1, beaten
- Green onions
- 3, finely chopped
- Garlic
- 2 cloves, minced
- Ginger
- 1 tablespoon, grated
- Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons
- Hoisin sauce
- 3 tablespoons
- Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Lettuce leaves
- 1 head, such as butter or romaine
- Carrot
- 1, julienned
- Cucumber
- 1, sliced
- Cilantro
- 1/4 cup, chopped
- Lime
- 1, cut into wedges
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, chopped green onions, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, and hoisin sauce. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
- In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
- While the meatballs are cooking, wash and dry the lettuce leaves to prepare your wraps.
- To assemble, take a lettuce leaf and place a few meatballs inside. Top with slices of cucumber, julienned carrot, and chopped cilantro.
- Serve the wraps with lime wedges on the side for a zesty squeeze over the top.
- Enjoy these flavorful Hoisin Meatball Lettuce Wraps as a delightful appetizer or a light meal!
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Appetizer/Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 12 minutes • Calories: 300 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 15g • Protein: 20g • Sodium: 600mg • Sugar: 5g
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