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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 brings together fresh ingredients and savory chicken in a fun and interactive way. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these wraps are quick to prepare and allow everyone to customize their own with a variety of toppings. The combination of ground chicken, aromatic ginger, and zesty lime creates a flavorful filling that pairs beautifully with crisp butter lettuce leaves. Not only are they delicious, but they also offer a healthier option packed with lean protein and veggies.

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
  • ¼ cup onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger (or ginger paste)
  • 10 oz ground chicken
  • ¼ cup Tamari (low sodium) (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 pan over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onions until translucent (2-3 minutes), then add minced garlic and ginger for 1 minute.
  2. Add ground chicken, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (3-4 minutes).
  3. In a bowl, mix Tamari, Thai sweet red chili sauce, lime juice, and maple syrup. Pour over the cooked chicken along with chopped cashews; simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in scallions, cilantro, and shredded carrots before removing from heat.
  5. Assemble by placing the chicken mixture into butter lettuce leaves; garnish with sesame seeds.

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