Kangaroo Lettuce Cups

Kangaroo Lettuce Cups

Spiced kangaroo mince in butter lettuce cups with mango salsa.

• Meal Type: Lunch
• Dietary: Keto, Paleo, Gluten-Free
• Main Ingredient: Ground Kangaroo
• Servings: 3
• Cost per Serving: $9.00
• Prep Time: 20 min

Ingredients

Spiced Kangaroo Mince

• 1 lb ground kangaroo
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp chili powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp avocado oil

Lettuce Cups

• 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated (12 large leaves)
• 1 avocado, diced
• 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro for garnish
• Lime wedges for serving

From-Scratch Mango Salsa

• 1 ripe mango, peeled and finely diced
• ¼ red onion, finely diced
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• Salt to taste

Instructions

Make the Mango Salsa

1. Combine mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt.
2. Toss gently and set aside to marinate for 5 minutes.

Cook the Kangaroo

1. Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground kangaroo and break apart.
2. Season with cumin, paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook for 6–7 minutes until browned and cooked through.

Assemble the Lettuce Cups

1. Arrange 4 butter lettuce leaves per serving on each plate.
2. Spoon spiced kangaroo mince into each cup.
3. Top with mango salsa, diced avocado, and spring onions.
4. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Notes

Kangaroo is one of the leanest red meats available, extremely high in protein and low in fat. These lettuce cups are keto-friendly, paleo-compliant, and gluten-free. The from-scratch mango salsa adds natural sweetness and vitamin C.