1 head baby gem lettuce, torn into separate leaves
1 lb Ground Chicken/Beef/Pork/Turkey
½ Bag of Frozen Mixed Vegetables
3-5 tsp GF Hoisin Sauce (depending on your brand)
3 tsp White Miso Paste
Garnish: Black Pepper, Fresh Mint/Basil
Instructions
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
Add in the mince meat and break up using a wooden spatula. When the meat hits the pan, it should start searing immediately. Keep stirring and breaking up the meat.
When most of the meat has turned brown, add in half a bag of mixed frozen vegetables.
Add in the seasonings. Mix carefully. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Mix in black pepper and fresh herbs. Serve with lettuce wraps.
Notes
Meat: The original recipe uses pork, but any sort of ground meat would be great for this recipe. Turkey and chicken would be leaner, but beef and pork would work just as well.
Doenjang: You could use Chinese bean paste or miso paste.
Vegetables: Any combination of vegetables would be great in this recipe. Just make sure they are bitesized pieces e.g. Chestnuts, celery would be great!
Traditional Method: Asian Lettuce Wraps is a popular dish found in many Chinese-American Restaurant Menus. This dish is all about the balance of flavor and texture. It can be served as an appetizer or even a main meal if eaten with rice for families or large parties.
Our Suggestions: We used doenjang instead of Chinese bean paste, because there are gluten free options and it gives it the same sort of flavor and saltiness. Another gluten free option is miso paste. Definitely adjust the amount to your taste. For a healthier alternative, I would recommend using ground turkey or chicken. Fresh herbs would be excellent addition in this dish. It is an inexpensive, healthy and impressive dish to make!
Recipe by Unconventional Cooks at https://unconventionalcooks.com/2016/09/11/asian-lettuce-wraps-san-choi-boy-gf-grain-free-oil-free/