Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps Recipe

by Thomas Grossmann

This healthy dish is just what you need in the new year!  Low in fat and carbs.  Serve this as an appetizer or a main dish. Save Print Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps Author: Chef Tom Recipe type: Main Cuisine: Asian Prep time:  Cook time:  Total time:  Serves: Serves 4   Ingredients 1 pound ground turkey 2 tablespoons coconut oil 2 carrots, finely chopped or grated 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and grated 1 teaspoon Chinese 5 spice powder 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon coconut water 1 head Boston, bibb lettuce or Romain chopped cilantro 2 green onions, chopped Instructions Melt coconut oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots and saute for several minutes. Add garlic, ginger, turkey and Chinese 5 spice to the pan and saute until turkey is cooked through - about 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in soy sauce, vinegar and coconut water. Cook for a couple more minutes, stirring well to thoroughly combine. Put one scoop of turkey mixture into lettuce leaves. Top with green onions and cilantro. 3.5.3208   Share this:FacebookTwitterPinterestGoogleEmailPrint