Turkey Potsticker Stir-Fry Lettuce Wraps (Printable)

Cool lettuce cups filled with savory turkey stir-fry, crisp vegetables, and tangy ginger-soy sauce.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 lb ground turkey

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 cup shredded carrots
03 - 1 cup shredded green cabbage
04 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions, divided
05 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced

→ Sauce

08 - 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
09 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
10 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
11 - 1 tsp honey
12 - 1/2 tsp chili flakes, optional

→ Assembly

13 - 1 head butter lettuce or romaine, leaves separated and washed
14 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

# How To Make It:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and chili flakes. Set aside.
02 - Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 to 6 minutes. Drain excess liquid if necessary.
03 - Add minced garlic, ginger, and half of the scallions to the cooked turkey. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Stir in shredded carrots, cabbage, and sliced bell pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables achieve crisp-tender texture.
05 - Pour prepared sauce over the turkey and vegetable mixture and toss thoroughly to coat evenly. Cook for 1 additional minute, then remove from heat.
06 - Spoon the turkey stir-fry mixture into prepared lettuce leaves. Garnish with remaining scallions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes.
  • A healthy, dairy-free alternative to traditional dumplings.
  • Packed with protein and fresh, crunchy vegetables.
02 -
  • Drain excess liquid from the turkey to prevent the lettuce cups from getting soggy.
  • Wash and dry the lettuce leaves thoroughly so the sauce clings to the filling rather than sliding off.
  • Use a head of butter lettuce for the most flexible and easy-to-fold cups.
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