Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps (Printable Version)
Flavorful ground chicken with Thai spices, wrapped in tender butter lettuce and garnished with cashews and fresh herbs.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
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¼ cup diced yellow or white onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger or ginger paste
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300g ground chicken
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¼ cup low sodium tamari or soy sauce
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2 tablespoons Thai sweet red chili sauce
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Juice of 1 lime
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1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
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⅓ cup chopped cashews (raw or roasted)
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¼ cup chopped scallions
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¼ cup fresh chopped cilantro
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¼-½ cup shredded carrots
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Sesame seeds for garnish
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1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated, rinsed and dried
# Steps:
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Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add the sesame oil. Once hot, add the diced onions and cook for 2-3 minutes until they begin to brown and turn translucent. Add the minced garlic and ginger, toss together and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
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Add the ground chicken to the pan, breaking it up with a wooden spoon while incorporating it with the aromatics. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is golden brown with no pink remaining, approximately 3-4 minutes.
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In a small bowl, combine the tamari or soy sauce, Thai chili sauce, lime juice, and maple syrup or honey. Mix thoroughly to integrate all flavors.
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Sprinkle the chopped cashews over the cooked chicken and pour in the prepared sauce. Toss all ingredients together, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Remove the pan from heat and allow to cool slightly. Stir in the shredded carrots, scallions, and cilantro to maintain their fresh texture and vibrant flavor.
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Lay out individual butter lettuce leaves and place a generous spoonful of the chicken mixture into each leaf. Drizzle with additional pan sauce if desired and sprinkle with sesame seeds to finish.
# Notes:
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Butter lettuce provides the ideal tender-crisp texture, but iceberg or romaine can be substituted if needed.
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Trader Joe's Thai sweet red chili sauce is recommended for authentic flavor.
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Ground turkey works as an excellent alternative to chicken in this recipe.