Sesame Ginger Lettuce Boats
These Sesame Ginger Lettuce Boats are a quick and easy weeknight meal that’s gut- and hormone-friendly, blood sugar stabilizing, and full of flavor. Savory ground turkey (or chicken, beef, or pork) is cooked with ginger, garlic, scallions, and a touch of maple syrup, then piled into crisp romaine leaves and topped with sesame seeds.
Packed with protein to support muscle and hormone health, fiber from cabbage and romaine for digestion, and anti-inflammatory compounds from ginger and garlic, this meal nourishes your body while keeping blood sugar steady. Fresh, satisfying, and simple to make — perfect for fueling your weeknight without extra fuss.
Sesame Ginger Lettuce Boats
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey (or chicken, beef, or pork)
- 6 scallions, sliced (save some green tops for garnish)
- 2 Tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 Tbsp low sodium tamari (or coconut aminos)
- 1 Tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 cups shredded green & purple cabbage
- Romaine lettuce leaves (8–10 “boats”)
- 2 Tbsp sesame seeds (black and white for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Stir in scallions, ginger, and garlic; cook 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in coconut aminos, maple syrup, and sesame oil; mix well.
- Add shredded cabbage and cook another 2–3 minutes until just softened.
- Wash and dry romaine leaves; spoon filling into leaves and top with sesame seeds and scallion greens.