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Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
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Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a fresh, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that combines tender ground chicken with crunchy vegetables and fragrant Asian spices, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. Perfect for a light lunch, dinner, or entertaining guests, this recipe balances textures and flavors while being quick to prepare and customizable to suit various tastes.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1 lb ground chicken

Vegetables & Herbs

  • 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup water chestnuts, finely chopped
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • Butter lettuce or romaine leaves (1 head or about 12 leaves)

Sauces & Oils

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce or oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

Optional

  • Chili flakes or Sriracha, to taste
  • Chopped peanuts or cashews, for garnish
  • Fresh cilantro, Thai basil, or mint leaves, for garnish
  • Toast sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Finely chop garlic, ginger, mushrooms, water chestnuts, and green onions. Rinse and separate the lettuce leaves carefully to keep them whole and crisp. This ensures each bite has a great blend of flavors and textures.
  2. Cook the Chicken Mixture: Heat a pan over medium heat and add a splash of sesame oil. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant, then add the ground chicken. Break it apart and cook until no longer pink. Toss in chopped mushrooms and water chestnuts, stirring until tender.
  3. Add Sauces and Seasoning: Stir in soy sauce, hoisin or oyster sauce, and a pinch of chili flakes if you want some heat. Let everything cook together for a few minutes so the flavors meld beautifully.
  4. Assemble the Wraps: Place a generous spoonful of the chicken mixture into each lettuce leaf. Top with chopped green onions and a drizzle of extra sesame oil if desired. Wrap up and enjoy the perfect combination of savory, crisp, and crunchy.

Notes

  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Don’t overcook the chicken; cook until just done to keep it tender and juicy.
  • Chop mushrooms and water chestnuts uniformly to ensure consistent texture.
  • Try different types of lettuce like iceberg for extra crunch or butter lettuce for softness.
  • Lightly toast sesame oil before using to deepen its nutty flavor without burning.

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