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Turkey Lettuce Wraps

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Ground Turkey Lettuce Wraps are a staple at some of our favorite Asian restaurants. Our version is healthier than take-out and ready in under an hour.

Why are these homemade Turkey Lettuce Wraps better than takeout?

Well, there are a few reasons that we think our version has the edge over your favorite take out joint. For starters, when you cook at home, you’re in control of every single ingredient that goes into the dish. If you have allergies, food sensitivities or are watching your sodium, you can make sure that this dish is suitable for your specific needs or preferences. Avoiding gluten? Use Tamari or gluten-free soy sauce. Worried about the sodium content in your meal? Use low-sodium soy sauce and make sure to choose unsalted peanuts.

Another reason that we think our turkey wraps trump takeout: it’s ready in less than an hour AND you don’t have to leave your house. Sure you could order Uber Eats, but good luck getting your food in under an hour! We’d rather stay home and whip this together in our sweats, thank you very much.

Talking turkey: Can I make this recipe with leftover Thanksgiving turkey?

Can you make this with leftover Thanksgiving turkey? Absolutely! Just shred/chop the turkey, toss it in with the ginger, soy sauce and sesame oil and add it at the end. Cook for a few minutes until the turkey is warmed through. 

a plate with a Turkey Lettuce Wrap next to a bowl of dipping sauce

Turkey Prune Lettuce Wraps

Lettuce is the "wrap", and a spicy ground turkey and prune mixture is the filling in this Asian-inspired dish. The sweet-and-tart dipping sauce adds a pop of brightness to bring it together.
 
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Dinner, Entree, Lunch
Cuisine Kid Friendly
Servings 4
Calories 323 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 2 TBSP finely chopped fresh ginger
  • 4 tsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp Asian sesame oil
  • 1 cup about 6 ounces finely chopped pitted Prunes
  • 2 TBSP sweetened coconut flakes
  • 2 TBSP chopped dry roasted peanuts
  • 2 TBSP sliced green onion
  • 1 TBSP chopped cilantro
  • 8 butter lettuce leaves

For the Dipping Sauce

  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 TBSP Thai fish sauce
  • 1 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1 clove garlic finely chopped
  • 1/4 tsp fresh lime juice

Instructions
 

  • In large bowl combine turkey, ginger, soy sauce and sesame oil, mixing lightly but thoroughly.
  • In large nonstick skillet, brown turkey mixture over medium heat, breaking into crumbles; pour off drippings.
  • Add Prunes, coconut, peanuts, green onion and cilantro; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.
  • Spoon 2 tablespoons onto lettuce leaves. Serve immediately with dipping sauce.

Notes

Can you make this with leftover Thanksgiving turkey? Absolutely! Just shred/chop the turkey, toss it in with the ginger, soy sauce and sesame oil and add it at the end. Cook for a few minutes until the turkey is warmed through. 
Note: Nutrition facts do not include dipping sauce. 

Nutrition

Calories: 323kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 30gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 419mgPotassium: 824mgFiber: 5gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 1398IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 2mg
Keyword ground turkey, leftover, lettuce wrap, thanksgiving, turkey
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