Sriracha Beef Lettuce Wraps

Beef lettuce wraps are quite common in the culinary world, but these spicy Sriracha Beef Lettuce Wraps are my go-to choice! You can adjust the amount of Sriracha Sauce to suit your preference for mild or spicy lettuce wraps.

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Sriracha Beef Lettuce Wraps are a simple and delicious low-carb dinner option that I find myself making frequently. While there are many variations of beef lettuce wraps out there, this recipe includes key ingredients like fish sauce, lime, green onion, and cilantro that complement the beef and Sriracha Sauce perfectly. If you enjoy Thai flavors, this recipe is sure to please your taste buds.

You can adjust the level of spiciness in the beef lettuce wraps by adding more or less Sriracha Sauce, catering to your family’s taste preferences. With Asian-inspired flavors, this dish can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making Sriracha Beef Lettuce Wraps a quick and satisfying meal option!

What ingredients do you need?

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• cooking oil
• ground beef
• Red Boat Fish Sauce (affiliate link)
• Sriracha Sauce (affiliate link)
• water
• lime zest
• lime juice
• green onion
• cilantro
• iceberg lettuce

What is Sriracha Sauce?

Sriracha Sauce (affiliate link) is a type of red chili sauce commonly used in Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. Made from chili peppers, vinegar, garlic, sugar, and salt, this sauce is renowned worldwide and is often found on tables in Asian restaurants.

What gives these beef lettuce wraps the Thai flavors?

While not claiming authenticity, ingredients like fish sauce, Sriracha Sauce, and lime juice infuse Sriracha Beef Lettuce Wraps with the spicy, sour, and salty flavors typical of Thai cuisine.

Can you make Sriracha Beef Lettuce Wraps without cilantro?

If you’re not a fan of cilantro, simply double the amount of green onions for a delightful alternative.

How low in carbs are the Beef Lettuce Wraps?

With only 6 net carbs and 32 grams of protein per lettuce wrap filled with 1/4 cup of the spicy beef mixture, this recipe is a great option for low-carb diets.

Want a bowl meal variation with these flavors?

For a twist on this recipe, try making Cabbage Bowls with spicy beef for a satisfying bowl meal variation.

How to make Sriracha Beef Lettuce Wraps:

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1. Cook one pound of lean ground beef until fully cooked and lightly browned.
2. While the beef cooks, combine fish sauce, Sriracha Sauce, and water in a small bowl.
3. Zest and juice a large lime, slice the green onions, and chop the cilantro.
4. Prepare the lettuce cups to your desired size.
5. Once the beef is browned, add the Sriracha sauce mixture and cook until the water evaporates.
6. Remove from heat and mix in the lime zest, lime juice, green onions, and cilantro.
7. Fill the lettuce wraps with the Sriracha Beef mixture and enjoy!

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