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Teriyaki Turkey Lettuce Wraps

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These Teriyaki Turkey Lettuce Wraps are a healthy, low-carb meal featuring lean ground turkey, a homemade teriyaki sauce, and fresh vegetables like broccoli, carrots, and onions. Wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, this dish offers a flavorful balance of sweetness and savoriness, making it perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fresh lunch.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

For the Teriyaki Sauce:

1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce

1/4 cup water

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

2 teaspoons minced garlic

1 teaspoon ground ginger

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 tablespoons warm water

For the Teriyaki Turkey Lettuce Wraps:

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 pound ground turkey

1 cup finely chopped broccoli

2 large carrots, peeled and grated

1/2 cup diced onion

2 tablespoons minced garlic

8 large lettuce leaves (romaine, iceberg, or butter lettuce)

Instructions

For the Teriyaki Sauce:

  1. In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, water, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, granulated sugar, minced garlic, and ground ginger. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

  2. In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch with warm water to create a slurry.

  3. Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the simmering sauce, stirring constantly. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens. Set aside.

For the Teriyaki Turkey Lettuce Wraps:

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. Add ground turkey and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart as it browns.

  3. Add broccoli, carrots, onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until vegetables soften.

  4. Pour the homemade teriyaki sauce over the turkey and vegetable mixture. Stir well to coat and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

  5. Remove from heat.

To Serve:

  1. Gently separate lettuce leaves and arrange them on a platter.

  2. Spoon the teriyaki turkey and vegetable mixture into each lettuce leaf to form wraps.

  3. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.

Notes

Storage: Store the turkey mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep the lettuce leaves separate and store in the fridge wrapped in a damp paper towel for freshness.

Reheating: Reheat the turkey mixture in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of water or soy sauce if it’s too thick.

Gluten-Free Option: Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version.

Vegetarian Option: Substitute ground turkey with crumbled tofu or other plant-based protein.

  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Asian-American
  • Diet: Low Calorie