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Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps
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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps, a delightful dish that marries savory ground chicken with fresh vegetables, all encased in crisp lettuce leaves. Perfect as an appetizer or a light meal, these wraps are not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this flavorful delight that’s sure to impress at gatherings or satisfy your midweek cravings. With the tantalizing combination of ginger, garlic, and Thai chili sauce, each bite offers a satisfying crunch and burst of flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
  • ¼ cup onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger (or ginger paste)
  • 10 oz ground chicken
  • ¼ cup Tamari (or soy sauce, coconut aminos)
  • 2 Tablespoon Thai sweet red chili sauce
  • juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup (or honey, agave)
  • ⅓ cup cashews (chopped – raw or roasted/salted)
  • ¼ cup scallions (chopped)
  • ¼ cup cilantro (fresh, chopped)
  • ¼–½ cup carrots (shredded)
  • Sesame seeds for topping
  • 1 head butter lettuce – leaves removed (rinsed and dried)

Instructions

  1. Heat sesame oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onions for 2-3 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and ginger; cook for another 2 minutes.
  2. Add ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Season and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, mix Tamari, Thai sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and maple syrup. Pour over cooked chicken along with chopped cashews; stir and let simmer on low for 2 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and mix in shredded carrots, scallions, and cilantro.
  5. To serve, spoon the mixture into butter lettuce leaves, garnish with sesame seeds if desired.

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