Delicious Chicken Lettuce Cups Recipe for a Tasty Meal
Chicken Lettuce Cups — a chinese recipe (main course) with 10 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.
25
Total Time (min)
4
servings
283
Calories/serving
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 cup water chestnuts, chopped
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 1 head butter lettuce (leaves separated)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
5 steps
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add ground chicken and cook until browned.
Break the chicken into small pieces for even cooking.Add Aromatics
Stir in garlic, ginger, and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
Avoid burning the garlic for best flavor.Mix Sauces
Add soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and rice vinegar to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Adjust sauce according to your taste preference.Incorporate Vegetables
Fold in chopped water chestnuts and sliced green onions. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
Ensure the mixture is heated through.Prepare Lettuce Cups
Spoon the chicken mixture into butter lettuce leaves to serve.
Use large leaves to hold the filling better.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your chinese meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Delicious Chicken Lettuce Cups Recipe for a Tasty Meal is a beloved dish from Chinese cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 25 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.
Chinese cuisine is one of the oldest and most diverse culinary traditions in the world, with thousands of years of history. Each of China's eight major regional cuisines offers unique flavors and cooking techniques.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 10 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, ground turkey is a great substitute for ground chicken.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
Recipe Details
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