Spicy Asian Lettuce Wraps
Savor the bold and vibrant flavors of these Spicy Asian Lettuce Wraps, a perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and crunch wrapped in crisp lettuce cups. Featuring tender ground chicken infused with ginger, garlic, and a delectable mix of soy sauce, hoisin, and sriracha, this dish is a flavor-packed adventure that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Diced water chestnuts add an irresistible crunch, while a drizzle of sesame oil and a touch of green onion bring aromatic depth to every bite. Serve these gluten-free lettuce wraps as a healthy appetizer, quick dinner, or satisfying party dish, and top with crushed peanuts for an extra layer of texture. Fresh, easy, and highly customizable, this recipe is a must-try for fans of spicy Asian-inspired cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 can (8 oz) Water chestnuts, diced
- 3 Green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 12 pieces Lettuce leaves (Bibb, Butter, or Romaine)
- 2 tablespoons Crushed peanuts (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sriracha, and rice vinegar. Pour this sauce into the skillet with the chicken and stir to combine.
Add the diced water chestnuts and cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Stir in the green onions and sesame oil, then remove the skillet from the heat.
Spoon the chicken mixture into the lettuce leaves, dividing evenly across 12 cups.
Garnish with crushed peanuts if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1292 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.7 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 3033 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.0 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 107.3 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 289 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 4931 mg | 105% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
