Lean & Luscious Wagyu Lettuce Wraps with Crisp Green Beans

Method

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   Prepare the Green Beans: Begin by thoroughly rinsing the cut green beans. Trim any fibrous ends if necessary, then pat them dry. For a more elegant presentation, you may halve larger beans.

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   Sauté the Green Beans: Heat 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the prepared green beans, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and sauté for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are vibrant green and tender-crisp. Remove from the pan and set aside.

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   Brown the Wagyu Mince: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the Wagyu beef mince, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.

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   Season and Sauté: Continue cooking the mince for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until it's beautifully browned and all the fat has rendered. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring the flavours deeply penetrate the meat.

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   Develop Flavour: Drain any excess fat from the pan. Add a splash of water (about 2-3 tablespoons) to the pan, scraping up any delicious browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for a minute until the liquid slightly reduces, coating the beef in a savoury glaze.

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   Assemble Your Wraps: Arrange crisp lettuce cups (such as butter lettuce or iceberg) on a platter. Spoon the savoury Wagyu beef mince generously into each lettuce cup.

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   Serve with Zest: Artfully arrange the tender-crisp green beans alongside the beef-filled lettuce wraps. Offer extra salt and pepper for guests to season to their preference. Enjoy this vibrant, healthy meal.