CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM BULGOGI LETTUCE WRAPS

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The savory Korean bulgogi marinade in this recipe is made with pantry items and livens up just about anything you put it on. Here, the soy-scallion-ginger marinade is used on boneless, skinless chicken thighs, but it can also be brushed on tofu, zucchini or bell peppers for a satisfying vegetarian meal. As the meat cooks, the marinade caramelizes into a sweet-salty sticky glaze that coats the chicken. Serving the grilled chicken and vegetables in lettuce cups is a fun way to enjoy the meal. Korean condiments like kimchi and gochujang are traditional bulgogi accompaniments, but shredded cabbage, salsa or even guacamole would also work. Leftovers can be refrigerated overnight, then chopped and tossed with salad greens.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, lunch, poultry, vegetables, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup chopped scallions (about 5 scallions)
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced (2 tablespoons)
2 teaspoons turbinado sugar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons safflower or canola oil, plus more for greasing
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch-thick slices
2 large yellow onions, peeled and cut into 1-inch wedges
8 ounces white button mushrooms, halved, or quartered if large
Lettuce leaves, such as green leaf, butter lettuce or romaine
Any combination of cooked short-grain rice, kimchi, gochujang or toasted sesame oil, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, scallions, garlic, ginger, sugar, pepper and 2 tablespoons oil and mix well. Add chicken and onions and toss to evenly coat. Let stand for 15 minutes.
  • Heat a cast-iron griddle or grill pan over medium-high and lightly grease with oil. Toss mushrooms in remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Arrange half of the chicken, onions and mushrooms in a single layer. Grill until chicken is caramelized and cooked through, turning all ingredients every few minutes, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to serving plate. Repeat with remaining chicken and vegetables.
  • Serve chicken bulgogi, onions and mushrooms with lettuce leaves for wrapping. Fill lettuce cups with rice (if using), chicken and vegetables. Top with any combination of kimchi, gochujang and sesame oil. Wrap and enjoy.

Miadur Rahaman
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I tried making these lettuce wraps, but they didn't turn out well. The chicken was dry and the vegetables were mushy.


Lura Don
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These lettuce wraps were a bit bland for my taste. I would probably add more spices next time.


KAYLA AND LEVI
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These lettuce wraps are a healthy and delicious meal. I will definitely be making them again.


Mudasser Rajput
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I love the combination of flavors in these lettuce wraps. The chicken and mushrooms are a great match.


Ragnar Daigle
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These lettuce wraps were a great way to use up leftover chicken. They were easy to make and very tasty.


Ridoy Kumr
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The lettuce wraps were good, but I found the sauce to be a bit too sweet. I would probably make it again with a different sauce.


Marie Kebe
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These lettuce wraps were a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed them. The chicken was cooked well and the vegetables were fresh.


Saroyar Hosen
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I love these lettuce wraps! They are so healthy and delicious. I always feel good after eating them.


Jacks Mike ug
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These lettuce wraps were easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was flavorful and the mushrooms added a nice earthy flavor. I will definitely be making these again.


Shanu Shanu
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I made these lettuce wraps for dinner last night and they were amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced and the chicken was so tender. I will definitely be making these again.


Sahani Ramkesh Kumar
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These lettuce wraps were a hit at my last party! The chicken and mushrooms were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.