Chinese Tacos Low Carb
Savor the bold fusion of Asian-inspired flavors with these irresistibly delicious Chinese Tacos, crafted to be low-carb and guilt-free! Using crisp romaine or butter lettuce leaves as a fresh alternative to traditional tortillas, these tacos are filled with savory ground chicken or pork, sautéed with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a rich blend of soy and hoisin sauces. A medley of shredded carrots, crunchy water chestnuts, and zesty green onions adds texture and balance, while a drizzle of spicy sriracha (optional) gives them a fiery kick. Ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for those seeking a keto-friendly, flavor-packed meal, these Chinese Tacos are as vibrant as they are easy to prepare. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a party appetizer, they’ll quickly become your go-to for a healthy yet satisfying dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams Ground chicken or pork
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce (low sodium)
- 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, finely grated
- 3 stalks Green onions, finely sliced
- 1 cup Shredded carrots
- 0.5 cup Water chestnuts, diced
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 large leaves Romaine or butter lettuce leaves
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the sesame oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the ground chicken or pork to the skillet. Break it up with a spoon and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, salt, and black pepper, and mix until evenly coated.
Add the shredded carrots, diced water chestnuts, and 2 of the green onions to the skillet. Stir and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the filling cool for 2-3 minutes.
Spoon the filling into the prepared lettuce leaves, distributing evenly among the 8 leaves.
Garnish with the remaining sliced green onion and drizzle with sriracha sauce if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low-carb Chinese tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1083 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.2 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 388 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 3161 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 88.3 g | 177% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2721 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
