Craving a mouthwatering meal that's both healthy and incredibly delicious? Look no further than these Chipotle Beef Lettuce Wraps – a Mexican-inspired dish that will transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure! Packed with bold flavors, protein-rich ground beef, and the perfect kick of smoky chipotle, these lettuce wraps are not just a meal, but a taste experience that will have your family and friends begging for more.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 500g ground beef
- 1 tablespoon chipotle in adobo sauce, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 head of lettuce, leaves separated
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Remove ground beef from refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Wash lettuce leaves thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside on a large serving plate.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine ground beef with minced chipotle in adobo sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix ingredients thoroughly using a fork to ensure even seasoning.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Do not add oil, as the beef will release its own fat.
- Add seasoned ground beef to the hot skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spatula to create small, uniform crumbles.
- Cook beef for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until meat is completely browned and no pink remains. Drain excess fat if needed.
- While beef is cooking, dice avocado and chop fresh cilantro.
- Once beef is cooked, remove from heat and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to settle.
- Arrange lettuce leaves on a platter and spoon hot beef mixture into each leaf.
- Garnish with diced avocado and chopped cilantro.
- Serve immediately while beef is still warm, allowing guests to roll and wrap their own lettuce wraps.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Let your ground beef sit at room temperature before cooking to ensure even, consistent browning.
- Choose the Right Lettuce: Crisp iceberg or butter lettuce works best for sturdy, easy-to-wrap leaves.
- Drain Excess Fat: After cooking the beef, remove any extra grease to keep your wraps light and not too oily.
- Customize Your Heat: Adjust the amount of chipotle in adobo sauce to control the spice level – more for heat lovers, less for sensitive palates.
- Prep Ingredients Ahead: Chop avocado and cilantro in advance to make assembly quick and smooth.
- Serve Immediately: These wraps are best enjoyed hot, right after cooking, to maintain the perfect texture and temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 85mg
