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Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Lettuce Wraps Recipe offers a no-oven-needed, healthy, low-carb, gluten-free appetizer bursting with Asian chicken flavor that's easy and quick for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground chicken (or ground turkey for a lighter twist)
  • 1 head bibb lettuce (8–10 leaves), washed and dried (iceberg or romaine also works)
  • 2 tbsp peanut or sesame oil (neutral oils like grapeseed are fine)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (for sweetness and texture)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (fresh is best—skip the jarred)
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (or ½ tsp ground ginger in a pinch)
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari (gluten-free option)
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce (check label for GF varieties)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar (adds bright acidity)
  • 1 tsp brown sugar or honey (balances the saltiness)
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes or sriracha (adjust for heat)
  • ½ cup water chestnuts, diced (for extra crunch)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced (save some for garnish)
  • 2 tbsp chopped peanuts or cashews (optional topping)
  • Lime wedges and fresh cilantro leaves, for serving

Instructions
 

  • Carefully peel off 8–10 large leaves, rinse under cold water, and pat dry on a clean towel—chilling them for 10 minutes in the fridge makes them extra crisp.
  • Place a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add oil and swirl until shimmering.
  • Add chopped onion; cook 3–4 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Crumble in the ground chicken, stirring constantly to break up clumps. Cook 5–6 minutes until no longer pink and edges start to brown.
  • Stir in soy sauce, hoisin, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes. Let the sauce bubble and coat every bit of chicken for about 2 minutes.
  • Toss in diced water chestnuts and half the green onions; cook 1 minute just to warm through.
  • Spoon about 2 Tbsp of filling into each lettuce cup. Sprinkle with chopped nuts, cilantro, and remaining green onions.
  • Arrange on a platter with lime wedges on the side—squeezing fresh juice makes all the difference.

Notes

• Grab extra lettuce for refills—nothing worse than running out mid-party. • Toast nuts in a dry skillet until golden to boost their flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal
Keyword Asian inspired, chicken, Gluten-Free, Lettuce Wraps, Low-Carb
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