Black Pepper Beef Lettuce Boats

Looking for a meal that’s both flavorful and healthy? These Black Pepper Beef Lettuce Boats are the perfect balance of savory, spicy, and fresh, making them an excellent option for a light yet satisfying meal. Packed with marinated beef, vibrant veggies, and a punchy black pepper sauce, these lettuce boats are sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation. This recipe is super easy and absolutely worth your time!

Black Pepper Beef Lettuce Wraps

Servings: 4 (approx. 6 oz cooked beef + veggie stir-fry in lettuce wraps)

Prep Time: 20 min

Total Time: 45 min

Marinated Beef

• 1 lb flank, skirt, or flatiron steak (thinly sliced)
• 1/4 cup Chinese black vinegar or Ponzu
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Stevia brown sugar
• Pinch of salt

Black Pepper Sauce

• 1/4 cup chili crisp oil
• 1/4 cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
• Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• Garlic powder & onion powder (to taste)

Veggie Stir-Fry

• Avocado oil
• 2 shallots, diced
• 1/2 onion, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

For Serving

• Butter lettuce leaves
• Optional: cauliflower rice

Instructions

1. Marinate beef in vinegar, soy sauce, sweetener, and salt for 30+ min.
2. Mix black pepper sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.
3. Stir-fry shallots, onions, and peppers in avocado oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic last. Remove and set aside.
4. Sear beef strips over high heat until browned. Return veggies to pan. Add sauce and stir-fry 2–3 min.
5. Serve hot in butter lettuce cups. Garnish with extra chili crisp or black pepper if desired.

Nutrition
Per serving (~6 oz beef + veggie stir-fry in lettuce wraps)

Calories: ~455 • Protein: ~36g • Carbs: ~11.5g • Fat: ~30g

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Bold Flavors: The combination of marinated beef with a rich black pepper sauce ensures every bite is full of robust flavors.

• Healthy & Light: Served in butter lettuce leaves, this dish is low in carbs but high in taste, making it perfect for those looking for a lighter meal option.

• Customizable: Easily make this recipe gluten-free by swapping soy sauce with coconut aminos, and adjust the spice level to your liking with extra chili crisp oil.

These Black Pepper Beef Lettuce Boats are a deliciously fresh take on a classic stir-fry. The combination of tender marinated beef, crisp vegetables, and a punchy black pepper sauce all wrapped up in refreshing butter lettuce makes for a dish that’s both healthy and packed with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive dish for guests, this recipe is as versatile as it is tasty.

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Happy Cooking!

-Kev The Dietitian

@KevTheDietitian