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Creamy Cajun Linguine

Creamy Cajun Linguine

Savor 20-minute Teriyaki Beef Lettuce Wraps, a savory low-carb meal. Enjoy this easy, fun dinner and explore recipes like Creamy Cajun Linguine.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 3 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g ground beef (85/15)
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced (white/light green parts separated from dark green tops)
  • 1 head butter lettuce or romaine hearts, leaves separated and washed
  • q.s. sesame seeds and extra green onion for garnish to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Sharp knife and cutting board
  • Box grater
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Kitchen towel or salad spinner

Method
 

  1. Prep the veggies: grate the carrot, mince the garlic and ginger, and thinly slice the green onions.
  2. Wash the lettuce leaves and pat them dry; set everything aside on a platter.
  3. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add sesame oil.
  4. Add the white/light green parts of the green onions, garlic, and ginger; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add ground beef to the skillet and break it up; cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  6. Pour teriyaki sauce and add grated carrot, stirring to combine; let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and spoon the beef mixture into lettuce leaves; garnish with dark green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Don't overfill the lettuce leaves to avoid messiness; a tablespoon or two of beef filling is usually perfect. Leftover filling can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat before serving with fresh lettuce. Experiment with different toppings such as chopped peanuts, cilantro, or thinly sliced radish for added texture and flavor.
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