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Sabrina Hermes

Spicy Pineapple Beef Lettuce Wraps: A Tangy Delight!

Spicy Pineapple Beef Lettuce Wraps are a tangy and flavorful dish that combines ground beef with fresh pineapple, served in crisp lettuce leaves.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple diced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 head of butter or romaine lettuce leaves separated
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro optional
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  2. Add the diced pineapple, soy sauce, sriracha, garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  3. Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
  4. To serve, spoon the beef and pineapple mixture into the lettuce leaves. Top with chopped green onions and cilantro if desired.
  5. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the wraps.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 24gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
  • Add diced bell peppers or shredded carrots to the beef mixture for extra crunch and nutrition.

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