Beef Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Cilantro Jalapeno Sauce

Directions

Heat A large skillet to high heat. Add the oil and onions; cook for 2-3 minutes or until onions are soft and golden. Add garlic and saute for about 10 seconds then add the ground beef and spices. Brown beef for about 2-3 minutes or until the liquid absorbs. Add the water and cook for 2 minutes or until the water begins to evaporate then turn off heat.
Serve mixture over lettuce leaves with desired toppings. Drizzle with cilantro, jalapeno sauce.
To make cilantro jalapeno sauce: Place 2 teaspoons of the greek yogurt in a blender. Set aside the remaining yogurt in a small bowl. Add cilantro, jalapeno, and lime juice to blender. Blend for 1 minutes. Pour the mixture into the bowl with the remaining yogurt and mix with spoon.

 

Recipe

Ingredients

Serves: 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ medium onion, minced
2 medium cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground beef
2 teaspoons taco or fajita seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons water
1 head green, romaine or butter lettuce
Avocado, tomatoes, cheese, or sour-cream for topping (optional)
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Spicy Cilantro Jalapeno Sauce
½ cup + 2 teaspoons plain yogurt (greek yogurt or sour-cream can also be used)
¼ cup packed cilantro with steams
1 jalapeno, diced
juice of ½ lime

 

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