Spicy Beef Lettuce Cups

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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Savory, spiced beef served in crisp lettuce wraps for a quick, fresh bite.
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Spicy Beef Lettuce Cups

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 627.0

Description

These Spicy Beef Lettuce Cups offer a perfect balance of savory depth and fresh crunch. Thinly sliced sirloin is marinated in a fragrant blend of soy sauce, dry sherry, ginger, and five-spice powder, then quickly stir-fried with crisp vegetables. The result is a tender, flavorful beef mixture that contrasts beautifully with the cool, crisp texture of chilled lettuce leaves. This dish is an excellent choice for light dinners, party appetizers, or a low-carb meal option. It comes together quickly, making it ideal for weeknight suppers when you want something gourmet without the fuss. Serve immediately for the best texture contrast.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cut the boneless sirloin into very thin slivers.
  2. Place the beef slivers in a bowl.
  3. Add soy sauce, dry sherry, grated ginger, crushed garlic, five-spice powder, and chili sauce to the beef.
  4. Refrigerate the beef mixture for 1 hour, stirring occasionally to ensure even marination.
  5. Heat corn oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  6. Add sliced green onions and diced red bell pepper to the hot oil.
  7. Stir-fry the vegetables for 1 minute until slightly tender but still crisp.
  8. Add the marinated beef mixture to the skillet with the vegetables.
  9. Stir-fry the beef and vegetables for 2-3 minutes until the beef is cooked through.
  10. In a small cup, blend cornstarch and water until smooth.
  11. Pour the cornstarch mixture into the skillet with the beef.
  12. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
  13. Spoon the hot beef mixture into the chilled lettuce cups.
  14. Garnish with fresh parsley sprigs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 627.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.2g33%
Saturated Fat 8.7g44%
Cholesterol 222.0mg74%
Sodium 617.1mg26%
Total Carbohydrate 3.2g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 88.0g176%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Marinating the beef for at least 1 hour ensures tenderness and deep flavor penetration.

For best results, chill the lettuce cups before serving to provide a cool contrast to the hot beef.

Butter lettuce (Bibb or Boston) or Romaine hearts work best for sturdy, crisp cups.

If you prefer extra heat, add more chili sauce or a dash of Sriracha to the marinade.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet.

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