San Choy Bau with Turkey Mince

Summary

Ready to tantalize your taste buds? Let’s introduce you to San Choy Bau with Turkey Mince. A classic Chinese dish reimagined, where the lightness of lettuce wraps meets the flavorful punch of turkey mince. A symphony of textures and tastes, this is one culinary adventure you don’t want to miss!

Ingredients

• Ground turkey mince: 1 pound (450 grams)
• Iceberg lettuce or butter lettuce: 1 head
• Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
• Ginger, minced: 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
• Spring onions (scallions), chopped: 4
• Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons (45 ml)
• Hoisin sauce: 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
• Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
• Red chili, finely chopped (optional): 1
• Water chestnuts, finely chopped: 1/2 cup (120 ml)
• Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
• Fresh cilantro (coriander) for garnish
• Lime wedges for serving

Time:

• Preparation: 15 minutes
• Cooking: 20 minutes

Serves 4

Nutritional Facts Per Serving

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 24g
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 5g
• Fat: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Cholesterol: 85mg
• Sodium: 700mg

Instructions

1. Start by carefully peeling off whole leaves from the lettuce head. These will be used as your ‘cups’ or ‘wraps’. Set aside.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Sauté the minced garlic and ginger until they release a fragrant aroma. This usually takes about a minute.
4. Add the ground turkey mince to the skillet. Break it apart with your spatula and cook until it’s browned and cooked through.
5. Once the turkey is browned, stir in the chopped water chestnuts and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Mix in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Continue cooking until everything is well combined and heated through.
7. For those who enjoy a kick of heat, add in the chopped red chili.
8. Once done, remove from heat and stir in the chopped spring onions.

Tips

1. To retain the crispness of the lettuce, always use fresh and cold lettuce. Consider storing the leaves in ice water for a few minutes before assembling.
2. You can also add other veggies like bell peppers or shredded carrots for an added crunch and color.
3. If hoisin sauce feels too sweet for your palate, adjust the quantity or skip it altogether.
4. Ground chicken can be used as a substitute for turkey mince if preferred.

Serving Suggestions

• Spoon a generous amount of the turkey mixture into each lettuce leaf.
• Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for an added zest.
• Serve immediately while the filling is still warm, and the lettuce is crisp.
• Pair with a side of steamed jasmine rice or noodles for a more filling meal.
• A refreshing cucumber salad also complements the dish perfectly.

San Choy Bau with Turkey Mince is more than just a meal; it’s an experience. Each bite brings together the delicate crispness of lettuce and the hearty warmth of the savory filling. At AH7, we’re on a quest to bring you dishes that are not only flavorsome but also resonate with the soul of global cuisines. Relish this reimagined classic and let the burst of flavors remind you of the vastness and richness of culinary arts. Enjoy your meal!

San Choy Bau

Ready to tantalize your taste buds? Let’s introduce you to San Choy Bau with Turkey Mince. A classic Chinese dish reimagined, where the lightness of lettuce wraps meets the flavorful punch of turkey mince. A symphony of textures and tastes, this is one culinary adventure you don’t want to miss!

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

San Choy Bau

Amount per Serving

Calories

280

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

16

g

25

%

Saturated Fat

 

4

g

25

%

Cholesterol

 

85

mg

28

%

Sodium

 

700

mg

30

%

Carbohydrates

 

12

g

4

%

Fiber

 

2

g

8

%

Sugar

 

5

g

6

%

Protein

 

24

g

48

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

• Ground turkey mince: 1 pound * 450 grams*
• Iceberg lettuce or butter lettuce: 1 head
• Garlic minced: 2 cloves
• Ginger minced: 1 tablespoon *(15 ml)*
• Spring onions scallions, chopped: 4
• Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons * 45 ml*
• Hoisin sauce: 2 tablespoons * 30 ml*
• Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon * 15 ml*
• Red chili finely chopped (optional): 1
• Water chestnuts finely chopped: 1/2 cup *(120 ml)*
• Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons * 30 ml*
• Fresh cilantro coriander for garnish
• Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

• Start by carefully peeling off whole leaves from the lettuce head. These will be used as your ‘cups’ or ‘wraps’. Set aside.
• Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
• Sauté the minced garlic and ginger until they release a fragrant aroma. This usually takes about a minute.
• Add the ground turkey mince to the skillet. Break it apart with your spatula and cook until it’s browned and cooked through.
• Once the turkey is browned, stir in the chopped water chestnuts and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
• Mix in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Continue cooking until everything is well combined and heated through.
• For those who enjoy a kick of heat, add in the chopped red chili.
• Once done, remove from heat and stir in the chopped spring onions.

Notes

Tips

To retain the crispness of the lettuce, always use fresh and cold lettuce. Consider storing the leaves in ice water for a few minutes before assembling.
You can also add other veggies like bell peppers or shredded carrots for an added crunch and color.
If hoisin sauce feels too sweet for your palate, adjust the quantity or skip it altogether.
Ground chicken can be used as a substitute for turkey mince if preferred.

Serving Suggestions

Spoon a generous amount of the turkey mixture into each lettuce leaf.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for an added zest.
Serve immediately while the filling is still warm, and the lettuce is crisp.
Pair with a side of steamed jasmine rice or noodles for a more filling meal.
A refreshing cucumber salad also complements the dish perfectly.