Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients
- 1 red bell pepper
- 2 green onions
- 2 teaspoons fresh ginger root
- 1 cup water chestnuts
- 1 head Boston Bib lettuce
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- Sriracha hot sauce
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 Tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 Tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 5 Tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 Tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Directions
- 1
Place marinade ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Add chicken and stir to combine. Set aside.
- 2
Combine all of the sauce ingredients and mix until smooth.
- 3
Heat 1 Tbsp. of olive oil in a large skillet or wok.Add the chicken mixture and stir fry 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Push the chicken to the side of the pan and add the bell pepper, ginger, green onions, and water chestnuts. Stir fry 1-2 minutes.
- 5
Add the sauce and cook over medium heat, stirring as needed, until thickened.
- 6
Serve in lettuce cups, topped with sriracha hot sauce, if desired.
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About this Recipe
Craving a fresh, flavorful, and satisfying meal that’s both light and packed with taste? These homemade Lettuce Wraps deliver restaurant-quality appeal right to your kitchen, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer. You'll love how easy it is to create this delightful dish.
What sets these Lettuce Wraps apart is the harmonious blend of tender ground chicken with vibrant, fresh vegetables like crisp red bell pepper and crunchy water chestnuts. Everything comes together with a delectable Asian stir-fry sauce, ensuring every bite is bursting with savory, slightly sweet, and tangy notes, all nestled in a cool, crisp lettuce leaf.
Prepare for a delightful interplay of textures and flavors. You'll experience the succulent, savory ground chicken, brightened by the mild crunch of water chestnuts and the subtle sweetness of red bell pepper. The rich, umami-packed sauce, balanced with a touch of sweetness and tang from soy sauce, rice vinegar, and hoisin, coats every ingredient beautifully. Served in a cool Boston Bib lettuce leaf, each wrap offers a refreshing contrast to the warm, flavorful filling, creating a perfectly balanced bite that's both deeply satisfying and refreshingly light. A touch of Sriracha hot sauce at the table allows you to customize the heat to your liking.
This versatile Lettuce Wraps recipe is wonderfully adaptable to your pantry and preferences. You can easily swap the ground chicken for ground turkey for a slightly different flavor profile. For an extra pop of freshness, consider adding more chopped green onions. Adjust the amount of Sriracha hot sauce to your personal heat preference, or omit it entirely for a milder experience.
Whether you're looking for an engaging appetizer to share with friends or a complete, flavorful main dish, these Lettuce Wraps fit the bill beautifully. Serve them family-style, allowing everyone to build their own wraps for a fun and interactive dining experience.