Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps

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Cook the Beef

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the lean ground beef with salt and pepper to taste and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

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Prepare the Filling

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet with the cooked beef and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the soy sauce and hoisin sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture is well combined and heated through. Add the julienned carrot, thinly sliced bell pepper, and chopped green onions. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the lime juice and mix well.

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Assemble the Lettuce Wraps

Wash and pat dry the lettuce leaves. Spoon the beef and vegetable mixture evenly onto each lettuce leaf. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

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Serve

Arrange the lettuce wraps on a plate and serve immediately.