Sesame Free Ginger-Scallion Lettuce Cup Bites
These bright, handheld bites pack serious flavor into a crisp butter lettuce cup, making them just as fun to eat as they are to put together. The filling combines ground turkey with fresh ginger, shredded carrot, and crunchy water chestnuts for a satisfying mix of textures in every bite. The sauce is where the magic happens — coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar create that savory, slightly tangy depth you'd expect from a restaurant-style dish, all without a drop of sesame oil or tahini in sight. For anyone navigating sesame allergies or sensitivities, Asian-inspired recipes can feel like a minefield, but this one is built from the ground up with clean, safe swaps that don't sacrifice a thing. A hit of turmeric adds warmth and a gorgeous golden color to the filling, while the green scallion tops stirred in at the end keep everything fresh and vibrant. Finish with a squeeze of lime and a scatter of cilantro, and you've got a crowd-pleasing appetizer or light meal that looks impressive with almost no effort.
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4 servings
For the filling
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 1 medium carrot, shredded
- 1 can (8 oz) water chestnuts, drained and roughly chopped
For the sauce
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated and washed
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp grated ginger, turmeric, and 1/4 tsp salt until combined. Set aside.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the white parts of the scallions and the 1 tbsp grated ginger and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and softened, about 1 minute.
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