Lettuce Wraps
Lettuce wraps are a delightful dish that offers a perfect balance of taste, ease of preparation, affordability, and health benefits. If you’re looking for a way to recreate the flavors of P.F. Chang’s at home or want a scrumptious meal for the week, lettuce wraps are the ideal choice.
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Ingredients for Flavorful Lettuce Wraps
To make these delicious lettuce wraps, you’ll need the following ingredients:
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| Ingredients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ground Chicken | 1 pound |
| Olive Oil | 1 tablespoon |
| Yellow Onion (finely diced) | 1 |
| Garlic (minced) | 3 cloves |
| Water Chestnuts (drained and diced) | 1 can (8 oz.) |
| Hoisin Sauce | 1/4 cup |
| Low-Sodium Soy Sauce | 1/4 cup |
| Rice Wine Vinegar | 1 tablespoon |
| Sriracha Hot Sauce (optional) | 1 tablespoon |
| Fresh Ginger (grated) | 1 tablespoon |
| Red Pepper Flakes (optional) | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Kosher Salt | To taste |
| Freshly Ground Pepper | To taste |
| Green Onions (thinly sliced) | 2 tablespoons, plus more |
| Butter Lettuce (rinsed and spun dry) | 1 head |
Step-by-Step Preparation of Lettuce Wraps
Follow these simple steps to prepare the flavorful lettuce wraps:
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- Heat olive oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken and cook until browned on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the finely diced yellow onion to the pan and cook until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Season generously with salt and pepper. Then, add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the hoisin sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, optional sriracha hot sauce, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to blend thoroughly.
- Mix in the drained and diced water chestnuts along with the thinly sliced green onions. Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- To serve, spoon the chicken mixture into the rinsed and dried butter lettuce leaves, creating delightful “bowls” for a unique presentation. Garnish with additional green onions for added freshness and flavor.
Enjoy your delicious and healthy lettuce wraps as a satisfying meal that’s sure to please your taste buds and nourish your body!
