CHINESE CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS
I came up with this recipe trying to replicate lettuce wraps offered at Joey Tomato's. So far, I've determined, there are a number of elements that make the perfect lettuce wrap. A balance between savory taste and crunch - which is given by the combination of soy, hoisin and chiles accented by the addition of crispy noodle. I am sure this recipe will continue to evolve as I experiment with other flavors.
Provided by Delicia T
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Unwrap lettuce into "cups" and wash thoroughly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok, on medium high heat, and after a minute, add noodles. You will want to separate them with your fingers as you add so that the noodles are not clumpy. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes depending on the level of crispiness desired.
- Prepare (chop) your chicken and vegetables as you wait.
- Once the noodles are done, remove and set aside.
- If desired, pour 1 tsp of oil in the same wok before you saute the garlic. Do this for about 30 seconds. Garlic can burn quickly so do not leave it too long.
- Add chicken, stir fry until no longer pink.
- Add onion, peppers, chestnuts, and mushrooms. Fry for about a minute.
- While waiting for the vegetables to saute, combine soy sauce and sugar. Mix with a spoon until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the soy sauce mixture to the pan. Fry for about 2 minutes.
- Add the hoisin sauce and chili paste.
- Add the scallions, coriander and peanuts.
- Serve over the noodles that were set aside. To assemble, spoon chicken and noodle mixture into lettuce cup. Wrap and enjoy :).
- If desired, shrimp can be substituted for chicken. Note on hoisin sauce: because hoisin is a prominent flavour in this recipe, different types of sauces may alter the taste. Try to find a simple hoisin sauce by looking at the ingredients. I tend to stay away from additional vinegars or spices, but ultimately the choice is up to you.
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Tiffany Carlton
[email protected]I've been looking for a healthy and delicious lettuce wrap recipe, and this one is perfect! The chicken is flavorful and juicy, and the lettuce cups are a great way to lighten up the dish. I will definitely be making these again!
Esmeralda Guerrero
[email protected]These lettuce wraps were so easy to make and they were so delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making these again.
Dhiraj kumar Yadav
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of lettuce wraps, but these were really good! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the lettuce cups were a great way to lighten up the dish.
Tesha Cotton
[email protected]These lettuce wraps were amazing! The filling was so flavorful and the lettuce cups were the perfect way to hold it all together. I will definitely be making these again.
John Bishop
[email protected]Delicious and healthy! These lettuce wraps are a great way to get your veggies in. I love the combination of flavors and textures.
Baba Jani
[email protected]These lettuce wraps were a great way to use up some leftover chicken. They were easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making them again!
saıeem Brand
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is! I've made it with chicken, turkey, and even tofu, and it's always delicious. I also love that I can add or remove toppings to suit my taste.
Anil Saud
[email protected]These lettuce wraps were so easy to make and they were so delicious! I used ground turkey instead of chicken and they were still amazing. I will definitely be making these again!
Kateregga Cedrick
[email protected]I've made these wraps several times now and they're always a hit. The ground chicken is so flavorful and the lettuce wraps are a great way to lighten up the dish. I also love that I can customize the toppings to my liking.
Monster Ravang
[email protected]These lettuce wraps were a huge hit at my dinner party! The filling was flavorful and juicy, and the lettuce cups were the perfect vessel to hold it all together. I highly recommend this recipe for anyone looking for a healthy and delicious appetizer