Zesty Thai Beef Lettuce Wraps
This Zesty Thai Beef Lettuce Wraps recipe elevates your appetizer game with a fresh and vibrant twist on traditional wraps. Tender flank steak is grilled to perfection and paired with a refreshing salad of cucumbers, grape tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. A zesty dressing of soy sauce, lime juice, and a hint of spice brings everything together. Wrapped in flour tortillas and butter lettuce leaves, these delightful bites are perfect for a light meal or a flavorful party snack. Ideal for sharing with friends and family, enjoy these wraps as a nutritious and delicious option that captures the essence of Thai cuisine.
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Servings
222
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
flank steak
1 lb (trimmed)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
black pepper
1/4 teaspoon (none)
cucumber
1 cup (cubed, peeled)
grape tomatoes
1/2 cup (halved)
shallot
1/4 cup (thinly sliced)
fresh mint
1 tablespoon (chopped)
fresh basil
1 tablespoon (chopped)
fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon (chopped)
light soy sauce
3 tablespoons (none)
fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons (none)
brown sugar
2 tablespoons (none)
crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon (none)
flour tortillas
6 (10 inch) (none)
bibb lettuce
12 leaves (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and grease the grill rack with cooking spray.
2
Season the flank steak liberally with salt and pepper. Once the grill is ready, place the steak on the grill. Grill for approximately 4 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. After grilling, allow the steak to rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
3
Slice the rested steak diagonally against the grain into thin strips.
4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced steak, cubed cucumber, halved grape tomatoes, sliced shallot, chopped mint, basil, and cilantro.
5
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the light soy sauce, fresh lime juice, brown sugar, and crushed red pepper flakes until the sugar dissolves. Pour this dressing over the steak mixture and toss gently to ensure everything is well-coated.
6
Warm the flour tortillas following the instructions on the package, making them pliable and ready to be filled.
7
To assemble, lay 2 lettuce leaves in the center of each tortilla. Spoon approximately 2/3 cup of the steak salad mixture down the center of the tortilla. Carefully roll the tortilla up, encasing the filling, and serve immediately for an unforgettable meal.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
17.5g
Carbs
25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein used in this recipe?
The main protein used is one pound of trimmed flank steak.
How many calories are in the Zesty Thai Beef Lettuce Wraps?
Each serving contains 222 calories.
How long should the flank steak be grilled?
The steak should be grilled for approximately 4 minutes on each side or until it reaches your desired doneness.
What is the fat content of this dish?
This recipe contains 5g of fat per serving.
How much protein is in each serving?
There are 25g of protein per serving.
What are the total carbohydrates per serving?
There are 17.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
How should the flank steak be sliced?
After resting for 5 minutes, the steak should be sliced diagonally against the grain into thin strips.
What fresh herbs are included in the salad?
The recipe uses chopped fresh mint, fresh basil, and fresh cilantro.
What ingredients make up the zesty dressing?
The dressing is made of light soy sauce, fresh lime juice, brown sugar, and crushed red pepper flakes.
What type of lettuce is recommended for these wraps?
The recipe calls for 12 leaves of Bibb lettuce.
How many tortillas are needed?
The recipe requires 6 flour tortillas that are 10 inches in size.
How should the cucumber be prepared?
The cucumber should be peeled and cubed to yield 1 cup.
What vegetables are in the steak salad?
The salad includes cubed cucumber, halved grape tomatoes, and thinly sliced shallots.
How do you assemble the wraps?
Lay 2 lettuce leaves in the center of a warmed tortilla, add 2/3 cup of the steak salad, and roll the tortilla up.
What provides the heat in this recipe?
The heat comes from 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes.
How long should the steak rest after grilling?
The steak should rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
What temperature should the grill be?
The grill should be preheated to medium-high heat.
What is the preparation for the shallots?
The shallots should be thinly sliced until you have 1/4 cup.
Is there sugar in the dressing?
Yes, the dressing contains 2 tablespoons of brown sugar.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 15 total ingredients in this recipe.
What size are the flour tortillas?
The recipe uses 10-inch flour tortillas.
How should the grape tomatoes be prepared?
The grape tomatoes should be cut in half.
What type of soy sauce is used?
The recipe specifies light soy sauce.
How much lime juice is required?
You will need 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice.
How do you prepare the grill rack?
The grill rack should be greased with cooking spray before heating.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your grill to medium-high heat and grease the rack.
Can this recipe be served as an appetizer?
Yes, it is described as a healthy appetizer and a flavorful party snack.
What seasoning is used for the steak?
The steak is seasoned liberally with salt and black pepper.
How much steak salad goes into each wrap?
Spoon approximately 2/3 cup of the steak salad mixture into each tortilla.
What cuisine is this recipe based on?
This recipe captures the essence of Thai cuisine.