Shiitake Mushroom Lettuce Wraps (Printable Version)
Crisp lettuce cups with savory glazed mushrooms and vegetables
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables & Mushrooms
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→ Sauce
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→ Garnish
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# How-To Steps:
01 - Whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and chili flakes in a small bowl; set aside.
02 - Heat a non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil, then sauté ginger and garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
03 - Add shiitake mushrooms and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
04 - Add carrot and bell pepper; sauté for another 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender.
05 - Pour the sauce over the vegetables, toss well, and cook for 1–2 minutes until everything is glazed and heated through.
06 - Remove from heat and stir in green onions. Spoon the mushroom mixture into lettuce leaves, top with toasted sesame seeds and cilantro. Serve immediately.
# Helpful Tips:
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- The umami from shiitakes creates such depth of flavor you wont miss the meat
- Everything happens in one pan and comes together in under 20 minutes of active cooking
- People can customize their own wraps which makes dinner feel interactive and fun
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- Overcrowding the pan will steam the mushrooms instead of sautéing them, so work in batches if necessary
- Lettuce cups wilt quickly once filled, so keep the filling and leaves separate until right before serving
- The sauce will seem thin at first but thickens beautifully as it coats the hot vegetables
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- Dry your lettuce leaves thoroughly after washing so the sauce clings to the filling instead of running off
- If the mushrooms seem dry in the pan, add a tablespoon of water rather than more oil to help them release their moisture