Orange Beef Lettuce Wraps Oamc
Fresh, vibrant, and perfectly balanced, these Orange Beef Lettuce Wraps bring a delightful blend of sweet citrus and savory umami straight to your table. Ground beef is cooked to perfection and coated in a tangy orange sauce infused with soy, hoisin, ginger, and garlic—a flavor-packed combination that’s irresistible. Topped with shredded carrots, green onions, and an optional hint of spice from red pepper flakes, this dish is wrapped in crisp butter or romaine lettuce for a light yet satisfying meal. Perfect for meal prep enthusiasts, this recipe is OAMC (Once-a-Month Cooking) friendly, making it easy to freeze and enjoy anytime. Ready in just 30 minutes, these lettuce wraps are a healthy, gluten-free alternative to traditional Asian-inspired dishes, ideal for busy weeknights or elegant appetizers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup shredded carrots
- 12 pieces butter or romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the sesame oil.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease if necessary.
In a small bowl, combine orange juice, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, minced ginger, minced garlic, and brown sugar. Stir to mix well.
Pour the orange sauce mixture into the skillet with the cooked beef and stir to coat evenly. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce becomes thick and glossy.
Stir in the thinly sliced green onions, shredded carrots, and red pepper flakes (if using). Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
If preparing for Once-a-Month Cooking (OAMC), allow the beef filling to cool completely and portion into freezer-safe bags or containers. Label and freeze. To serve, thaw and reheat the beef mixture before continuing with the next step.
To assemble the lettuce wraps, spoon a few tablespoons of the orange beef mixture into the center of a lettuce leaf and fold the sides up to create a wrap. Repeat with remaining filling and leaves.
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, citrus-packed flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2779 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 244.8 g | 314% | |
| Saturated Fat | 128.2 g | 641% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 701 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 2877 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.8 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.7 g | ||
| Protein | 86.9 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1896 mg | 40% | |
*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.
