Martin Yan's Lettuce Cups Recipe

Craving a vibrant, savory, and low-carb Chinese restaurant favorite? This recipe, inspired by the legendary Martin Yan, delivers a refreshing explosion of flavor! We've simplified the vegetable list to focus on the star ingredients, allowing you to customize the spice and richness to your liking with generous amounts of sesame oil, sherry, and ginger. Get ready for a taste sensation that's quick, easy, and unbelievably delicious!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 466.5 kcal
Protein 46g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Martin Yan's Lettuce Cups

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How to Make Martin Yan's Lettuce Cups

  1. In a medium bowl, combine ground meat and oyster sauce. Stir well to coat and let stand for 10 minutes.
  2. While the meat marinates, soak shiitake mushrooms in warm water to cover until softened (about 15 minutes). Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of the soaking liquid. Trim and chop mushroom caps.
  3. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add vegetable oil, swirling to coat.
  4. Add minced ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant (about 10 seconds).
  5. Add the marinated meat and stir-fry until crumbled and no longer pink.
  6. Add shredded carrots and optional zucchini and water chestnuts. Stir-fry for 30 seconds.
  7. Add the chopped mushrooms and reserved mushroom soaking liquid. Cook until vegetables are crisp-tender (about 2 minutes).
  8. Stir in sherry and sesame oil. Cook until heated through.
  9. If using, add chopped walnuts and toss to coat.
  10. To serve: Spread hoisin sauce on each lettuce leaf. Spoon the meat mixture into the lettuce cups. Wrap and enjoy! For added spice, top with Asian chili sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

23g

Carbs

10g