Pork Free Ginger-Scallion Mini Burger Lettuce Cups
These little lettuce cups are a seriously craveable weeknight win — juicy beef patties packed with fresh ginger, garlic, and scallions, all wrapped in cool, crisp butter lettuce and finished with a tangy coconut aminos dipping sauce. The flavor combination is bright and a little punchy, with turmeric adding a warm earthiness that makes every bite feel intentional. Because the recipe is built entirely around ground beef, there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden pork-derived additives or worry about swapping out any proteins — it's straightforwardly clean from the start. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce and bring a subtle savory sweetness that ties the patties and the dipping sauce together beautifully. Shredded carrot and fresh cilantro on top add crunch and color, turning a simple skillet dinner into something that looks genuinely impressive on a platter. The lettuce cup format also makes these perfect for sharing, whether you're feeding a crowd or just want a lighter, hands-on meal that doesn't feel like a compromise.
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4 servings
For the patties
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
For the dipping sauce
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
For serving
- 12 butter lettuce leaves, separated and rinsed
- 1 medium carrot, julienned or shredded
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the dipping sauce ingredients: 2 tbsp coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp grated ginger, and honey until the honey dissolves. Set aside.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, white parts of the scallions, 1 tbsp grated ginger, garlic, 2 tbsp coconut aminos, turmeric, and salt. Mix with your hands until just combined — do not overwork the meat.
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