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Shredded Beef Lettuce Cups

Savory Shredded Beef Lettuce Cups for a Fresh, Healthy Delight

Delicious Shredded Beef Lettuce Cups are a quick, low-carb meal bursting with flavor and fresh ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Natural Pressure Release 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Filling
  • 2 pounds Boneless Beef Chuck Roast Brisket or round roast works well too.
  • 1 can (8 ounces) Unsweetened Crushed Pineapple Can swap with pineapple juice if necessary.
  • 1/2 cup Reduced-Sodium Soy Sauce Tamari or coconut aminos are gluten-free alternatives.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Honey or maple syrup can be used as a healthier touch.
  • 2 tablespoons White Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a great substitute.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced; can use garlic powder (1/4 teaspoon) in a pinch.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust according to your taste.
  • 3 tablespoons Cornstarch Arrowroot is a viable alternative.
  • 3 tablespoons Water To help dissolve cornstarch for sauce texture.
For the Veggie Mix
  • Carrots Use fresh baby carrots as a quicker prep substitute.
  • Sweet Red Peppers Can swap with bell peppers of any color.
  • Onion Yellow or white onions also work great.
For the Wrap
  • 24 Bibb or Boston Lettuce Leaves Iceberg or romaine lettuce can also be used.
  • Sliced Green Onions Optional; adds a fresh kick and nice presentation.

Equipment

  • Pressure Cooker

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a 6-quart pressure cooker, combine chopped carrots, sweet red peppers, and onion at the bottom.
  2. Carefully place the boneless beef chuck roast on top of the vegetables.
  3. Mix together the canned crushed pineapple, reduced-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, white vinegar, minced garlic, and pepper in a separate bowl, then pour this mixture over the beef.
  4. Lock the lid on the pressure cooker and set it to high pressure for 40 minutes.
  5. Allow the pressure to release naturally after cooking.
  6. Remove the beef from the cooker, let it cool, and shred it with two forks.
  7. Skim excess fat from the liquid in the cooker, mix cornstarch with water, and stir it into the cooking liquid.
  8. Select the sauté setting and heat the mixture while stirring to thicken.
  9. Return the shredded beef to the cooker, stir to combine, and heat through.
  10. Serve the beef mixture in the lettuce leaves and garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Freeze the beef mixture for up to 3 months, but avoid freezing the lettuce leaves.

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