Kai-lan's Lettuce Wraps

This nutritious meal couldn't be simpler. Stir-fry a heap of healthy vegetables and then let your kids help you roll them up in lettuce leaves.

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Ingredients

• 1 tbsp. hoisin sauce
• 1 tbsp. soy sauce
• 2 tbsp. oyster sauce
• 2 tbsp. water
• 1 tsp. sesame oil
• 1 tsp. sugar
• 2 tsp. cornstarch
• 1 head iceberg lettuce
• 1 package firm tofu cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• 1 can (8 oz.) drained chopped water chestnuts
• 2 tbsp. canola oil
• 2 scallions, sliced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 bag (16 oz.) assorted broccoli, carrot and red cabbage, shredded
• 1 tsp. freshly grated ginger
• Assortment of store-bought dipping sauces (optional)

Directions

1. Step 1

   To make the cooking sauce, combine the first 7 ingredients (hoisin sauce through cornstarch) in a small bowl. Mix and set aside.

2. Step 2

   Heat skillet with oil and saute garlic, scallions, tofu, and ginger for 1-2 minutes.

3. Step 3

   Add water chestnuts and half of the assorted veggies and toss with the cooking sauce.

4. Step 4

   Cook for 1-2 minutes while tossing.

5. Step 5

   Remove skillet from heat and as it cools, prep lettuce leaves.

6. Step 6

   Cut 1/3 of head off from stem side of lettuce and carefully peel away whole leaves. Submerge and rinse in cold water. Drain in colander.

7. Step 7

   Place lettuce leaves on a platter and, with a large tablespoon, serve with veggie mix from a bowl. Lay the lettuce leaves on individual plates and place one heaping spoonful in center. Fold long sides into center and then fold short sides in. Serve with store-bought dipping sauces (optional).

Nurtition Facts

• Calories: 84
• Total Fat: 5g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 225mg
• Total Carbs: 8g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 2g
• Protein: 4g