Beef and Ramen Lettuce Wraps
These Ground Beef and ramen lettuce wrap appetizers are perfect for company - or for any day of the week. Simple and easy to prepare.
Cook Time: 35 Minutes
Servings: 20
Ingredients: 11
Ingredients
Preparation
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Step 1
Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add Ground Beef and garlic; cook 8 to 10 minutes, breaking beef into 1/2-inch crumbles and stirring occasionally.
Cooking Tip:
Cooking times are for fresh or thoroughly thawed Ground Beef. Ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160ºF. Color is not a reliable indicator of ground beef doneness.
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Step 2
Meanwhile, reserve ramen noodle seasoning packet. Break noodles into bite-sized pieces; set aside. Combine vinegar, oil, honey, soy sauce and 1 teaspoon of the ramen seasoning packet; set aside.
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Step 3
Remove skillet from heat. Stir in bean sprouts, carrots and uncooked noodles. Add vinegar mixture; toss to coat. Divide beef mixture evenly between lettuce leaves. Sprinkle with mint. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
79 Calories
1g SAT FAT
7g PROTEIN
1.4 mg IRON
1.6 mg ZINC
* Based on a 2,000 calorie diet
** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet
Nutrition information per serving, per wrap: 79 Calories; 36 Calories from fat; 4g Total Fat (1 g Saturated Fat; 2 g Monounsaturated Fat;) 19 mg Cholesterol; 140 mg Sodium; 5 g Total Carbohydrate; 1 g Dietary Fiber; 7 g Protein; 1.4 mg Iron; 0.4 mg NE Niacin; 0.1 mg Vitamin B6; 0.6 mcg Vitamin B12; 1.6 mg Zinc; 0.6 mcg Selenium; 1.7 mg Choline.
This recipe is an excellent source of Vitamin B12; and a good source of Protein, and Zinc.
Safe Handling Tips:
- Wash hands with soap and water before cooking and always after touching raw meat.
- Separate raw meat from other foods.
- Wash all cutting boards, utensils, and dishes after touching raw meat.
- Do not reuse marinades used on raw foods.
- Wash all produce prior to use.
- Cook steaks and roasts until temperature reaches 145°F for medium rare, as measured by a meat thermometer, allowing to rest for three minutes.
- Cook Ground Beef to 160°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
- Refrigerate leftovers promptly.
For more information on degree of doneness and other cooking tips.
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