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By Rachel Castro Delicious and bursting with flavor, Asian lettuce wraps are a great idea for entertaining or a family-style meal. Each person can build their own fresh, delicious wrap. Just be sure to have plates or napkins available since the mixture can sometimes drip a little. To serve the Asian Lettuce Wrap, allow each person to spoon a portion of the meat into a lettuce leaf. Wrap the lettuce around the meat like a burrito and enjoy! This recipe first appeared on RED Cipes. Ingredients 16 Boston Bibb or butter lettuce leaves 1 pound lean ground beef 1 tablespoon cooking oil ¼ cup hoisin sauce 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fermented real soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar 2 teaspoons minced pickled ginger 1 dash Asian chile pepper sauce, or to taste (Optional)1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped  2 teaspoons Asian (dark) sesame oil1 bunch green onions, chopped Directions Step 1Rinse whole lettuce leaves and pat