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Crispy Chicken Lettuce Wraps

These lettuce wraps feature juicy ground chicken cooked with garlic and ginger, seasoned with soy sauce, and topped with a surprising crunchy element like toasted nuts or crispy shallots. Served in crisp iceberg lettuce leaves, they offer a refreshing, textured bite that combines tender filling with a satisfying crunch and vibrant flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground chicken or turkey for a leaner option
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger fresh, grated
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar optional, for tang
  • 4 large iceberg lettuce leaves washed and dried
  • 0.5 cup crushed nuts or crispy shallots for topping
  • 1 lime lime cut into wedges
  • 1 tablespoon oil for cooking

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Small bowl
  • Plate

Method
 

  1. Heat your skillet over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of oil, waiting until it shimmers and starts to smoke slightly.
  2. Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until it turns golden brown and is cooked through.
  3. Push the cooked chicken to one side of the skillet and add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant and slightly translucent.
  4. Pour in soy sauce and rice vinegar, stirring well to coat the chicken evenly. Let the mixture cook for another 2 minutes until it’s glossy and fragrant.
  5. While the filling cools slightly, prepare your lettuce leaves on a plate, ensuring they’re dry and sturdy enough to hold the filling without tearing.
  6. Spoon the juicy chicken mixture into each lettuce leaf, packing it gently but firmly.
  7. Top each wrap with crushed nuts or crispy shallots for a crunchy contrast.
  8. Serve the wraps immediately with lime wedges on the side, allowing everyone to squeeze fresh lime juice over their wraps for a bright, tangy flavor.
  9. Enjoy your crunchy, vibrant lettuce wraps while the lettuce remains crisp and the filling is juicy and flavorful.