Caffeine Free Ginger & Coconut Aminos Mini Lettuce Wraps
These little wraps pack a serious punch of flavor — savory ground turkey cooked down with fresh garlic, grated ginger, and coconut aminos until glossy and deeply fragrant. The coconut aminos bring that umami depth you'd expect from soy sauce, but without any of the additives or stimulants that can sneak into conventional condiments. A splash of apple cider vinegar and a touch of turmeric round everything out, giving the filling a brightness and warmth that feels anything but ordinary. Shredded carrot and scallion greens get stirred in off the heat, so they stay crisp and fresh against the rich, spiced turkey. Spooned into cool, cup-shaped butter lettuce leaves and finished with cilantro, mint, and a squeeze of lime, each bite is light, vibrant, and completely satisfying. This is the kind of recipe that looks impressive on a platter but comes together in one skillet with minimal fuss — perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual spread with friends.
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4 servings
For the filling
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 1 medium carrot, shredded
For serving
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated into cups
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Separate the butter lettuce into individual cup-shaped leaves, selecting the 12 most intact ones. Arrange them on a serving platter and set aside.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the scallion whites and cook, stirring, until softened and fragrant, about 1 minute.
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