Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps (Printable Version)
Savory chicken, hoisin-soy sauce, and crisp lettuce deliver bold Asian-inspired flavors in every fresh bite.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Protein
01 - 500 g ground chicken
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
06 - 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
07 - 2 spring onions, sliced
08 - 1 medium carrot, grated
→ Sauce
09 - 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
10 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce, low-sodium recommended
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
13 - 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional, for heat)
→ To Serve
14 - 1 head butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce, leaves separated and washed
15 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (optional)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sriracha. Set aside.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook for 2 minutes until soft.
03 - Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add ground chicken and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, for 4–5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
05 - Stir in bell pepper, carrot, and spring onions. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until vegetables are just tender.
06 - Pour in the sauce mixture and stir to coat everything evenly. Cook for 1–2 minutes until heated through and slightly reduced.
07 - Remove from heat. Spoon chicken mixture into lettuce cups. Garnish with extra spring onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Ready in just half an hour so perfect for busy evenings
- Uses only basic pantry and fresh fridge staples
- Customizable plus great for meal prepping ahead
- Can easily be made dairy-free gluten-free or even vegetarian
02 -
- Lettuce wraps are naturally low in carbs and full of protein
- This recipe can easily be doubled for parties or meal prep
- Ground turkey or tofu works just as well as chicken for different diets
03 -
- Toast your sesame seeds just before serving for maximum flavor and aroma
- Always grate ginger right before adding it so it stays fragrant
- If making ahead keep filling and lettuce separate for the freshest wraps