Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
orange beef lettuce wraps on a plate

Orange Beef Lettuce Wraps


  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Savor the vibrant flavors of tender orange-infused beef nestled in crisp lettuce leaves, creating the perfect balance of sweet and savory in every bite.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Beef:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cloves of minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons of fresh, grated, ginger root
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons of orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon orange marmalade
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons corn starch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Large lettuce leaves for serving (like bib)
  • 2 cups of cooked white rice

For the Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 3 tablespoons orange marmalade
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 cloves minced or grated garlic
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha

For Serving:

  • Shredded carrots
  • Pickled red onions
  • Sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. In a large hot pan, cook beef until fully browned and cooked through.
  2. Drain the beef.
  3. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Mix in soy sauce, orange juice, sugar, marmalade, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Mix the corn starch and water in a small bowl to make a slurry.
  6. Add the slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes stirring frequently.
  7. Mix all the sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
  8. Serve with rice, beef, sauce and toppings inside the lettuce wraps.
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 15