Thai Steak Lettuce Cups
These delicious Lettuce Steak Cups are spicy, juicy, and protein-filled. They will win your heart at first bite.
Allowed for all Ideal Protein phases. Try them today and don’t forget to share your experience.
Serving size
Ingredients
- 1 lb flank or skirt steak – cut in half lengthwise
- 1/2 tbsp. oil
- 1 head butter lettuce – separated into lettuce cups
- 1 green onion – thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper – julienned
- Fresh mint
- Fresh basil
- Fresh cilantro
Thai Dressing/Marinade
- 3 tbl spn. of Tamari or soy sauce
- 1 tbsp. fish sauce
- 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro – finely chopped
- 2 green onions – finely minced
- 1 tbsp. chili paste
Preparation
Step 1
Lightly tenderize meat with a tenderizer or a heavy rolling pin.
Step 2
Take a small bowl and mix together all dressing ingredients.
Step 3
Use a casserole dish or a ziplock bag to cover the tenderized beef with half the dressing and leave marinade for at least 1 hour.
Step 4
In a large skillet, heat olive oil on high heat until oil is smoking. Cook marinated steak for 2 minutes on each side and then remove from pan and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
Step 5
Slice steak very thinly.
Step 6
When serving, build your lettuce cup by adding steak, veggies, herbs, and dressing to lettuce and wrapping like a taco.
Step 7
Serve and enjoy!
