Express
Spicy Korean-Style Beef Lettuce Cups
with sesame slaw
Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.
Spice Level: Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days

Contains: Eggs, Wheat, Sesame, Soy
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g net carbsOver 30g protein

Chef
Rachel Post
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In Your Box (serves 2)
- 10 oz. Ground Beef
- 1 Romaine Heart
- 4 oz. Slaw Mix
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- ½ oz. Apple Cider Vinegar
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- 1 tsp. Asian Garlic, Ginger & Chile Seasoning
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories550
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Carbohydrates26g
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Net Carbs22g
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Fat35g
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Protein30g
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Sodium1160mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Pepper
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
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1 Cook the Ground Beef
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add ground beef and Asian garlic, ginger & chile seasoning (use less if spice-averse) to hot pan. Break up meat until no pink remains and beef reaches a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 4-6 minutes.
Stir in gochujang (use less if spice-averse) and half the teriyaki sauce (reserve remaining for dipping) until combined, 1-2 minutes.If sauce is too thick, add 2 Tbsp. water, if desired.Remove from burner.While beef cooks, continue recipe. -
2 Make the Slaw
In a mixing bowl, combine slaw mix, vinegar, and a pinch of pepper. Stir vigorously, 1 minute.
Let rest, 3 minutes. After 3 minutes, add dressing and stir to combine. Set aside. -
3 Prepare the Ingredients
Cut off root end of romaine. Separate leaves of lettuce for cups.
Lettuce cups are a delicious but messy meal. For this recipe, they can easily be converted to a salad. Simply chop lettuce and top with filling after completing steps.Coarsely crush wonton strips in shipping bag. -
4 Finish the Dish
Plate dish as pictured on front of card, filling lettuce cups with beef and topping with slaw and wonton strips. Layer two lettuce cups for extra crunch and structural support. Serve remaining teriyaki sauce on the side for dipping. Bon appétit!
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