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Teriyaki Lettuce Wraps

Source: Simple Healthy Recipes Oklahoma Nutrition Information and Education ONIE Project

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

Lettuce wraps make great appetizers, or enjoy two for an entree. Pairs well with fresh or canned pineapple.

Makes
6 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce (reduced sodium)
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 cup water chestnuts (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or cooking oil of your choice)
  • 6 lettuce leaves

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Mix the water, cornstarch, and teriyaki sauce.
  3. Add meat and water chestnuts.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet or heavy saucepan and add meat and sauce mixture; stir until cooked through.
  5. Serve in a lettuce leaf.

Notes

Ground or thinly sliced beef or pork can be substituted for turkey. Learn more about: Lettuce

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