Turkey and Almond Lettuce Cups with Sautéed Green Beans

• 680 g ground turkey⇄
• 32 leaves butter lettuce leaves⇄
• 120 g chopped almonds⇄
• 40 g garlic⇄
• 40 g ginger⇄
• 60 ml tamari sauce⇄
• 40 g fresh cilantro⇄
• 60 ml olive oil⇄
• 8 g salt⇄
• 4 g black pepper⇄
• 400 g green beans⇄

Mince garlic and grate ginger for the turkey mixture, trim ends off green beans, wash and pat dry lettuce leaves, and chop cilantro. Set all ingredients aside in separate bowls for quick access during cooking.

💡 Prepping everything now saves time and keeps the cooking process smooth since both dishes cook quickly.

• 30 ml olive oil⇄
• 400 g green beans⇄
• 4 g salt⇄
• 2 g black pepper⇄

Heat a large skillet over medium heat at 160°C, add olive oil, and toss in green beans. Sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn bright green and are tender-crisp with slight char marks.

💡 Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook in batches if needed to ensure even browning.

• 30 ml olive oil⇄
• 680 g ground turkey⇄
• 40 g garlic⇄
• 40 g ginger⇄
• 60 ml tamari sauce⇄
• 4 g salt⇄
• 2 g black pepper⇄

In a separate large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat at 180°C. Add ground turkey and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and no pink remains. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 2 more minutes until fragrant, then add tamari sauce, salt, and pepper, mixing well for 1 minute.

💡 Keep the turkey moving in the pan to avoid clumping and ensure even cooking.

• 32 leaves butter lettuce leaves⇄
• 120 g chopped almonds⇄
• 40 g fresh cilantro⇄

Lay out lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Spoon the hot turkey mixture evenly into each leaf, then sprinkle with chopped almonds and fresh cilantro for garnish.

💡 Use a slotted spoon to avoid excess liquid in the lettuce cups, keeping them crisp.

Check green beans for tenderness; they should be crisp yet easily pierced with a fork. Remove from heat and transfer to serving plates alongside the assembled lettuce cups.

💡 A quick taste test ensures the beans aren’t overcooked—aim for a slight bite.