W-W Thai Lettuce Wrap

W-W Thai Lettuce Wrap

Introduction: Embark on a culinary journey to Asia with our tantalizing Asian-Inspired Chicken Lettuce Wraps. Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, these wraps offer a delightful combination of crunchy vegetables, savory chicken, and a tantalizing sauce that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether you’re looking for a light and healthy lunch option or a crowd-pleasing appetizer for your next gathering, these wraps are sure to impress. Join us as we explore the step-by-step process of creating this culinary masterpiece and discover the joys of Asian-inspired cuisine.

Ingredients:

1. 1 pound of ground chicken breast or finely diced/minced chicken breast, chosen for its lean and tender texture.
2. 1/2 red onion, minced to add a subtle sweetness and depth of flavor to the filling.
3. 2 cloves of garlic, minced, for a fragrant and aromatic touch.
4. 2 teaspoons of fresh ginger, grated, adding a zesty and invigorating flavor to the filling.
5. 1 teaspoon of chili pepper flakes, for a hint of heat and spice.
6. 1 teaspoon of salt, enhancing the overall flavor profile of the filling.
7. 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper, adding a subtle kick.
8. 1 cup of carrots, julienned, providing a crisp and colorful addition to the filling.
9. 1 small can of diced water chestnuts, for a delightful crunch and texture.
10. 1/4 cup of green onions, chopped, adding a fresh and vibrant flavor.
11. 2 tablespoons of cilantro, chopped, for a burst of herbaceous goodness.
12. 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds, for a nutty and aromatic garnish.
13. 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, providing a savory and umami-rich flavor.
14. 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, for a rich and indulgent touch.
15. 2 teaspoons of lime juice, adding a refreshing citrusy note.
16. 1 tablespoon of crunchy peanut butter (optional), for a creamy and nutty addition.

Steps:

1. Begin by preparing your butter lettuce leaves. Separate and wash them thoroughly, then set them aside on a plate to be used as the wraps for your filling.
2. In a small bowl, prepare the sauce by combining the soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, and optional crunchy peanut butter. Stir until well combined, then set the sauce aside for later use.
3. In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken, minced red onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, chili pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together until well incorporated.
4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken mixture to the skillet and cook, stirring continually, for about 6 to 8 minutes, or until the chicken is mostly browned and cooked through.
5. Add the julienned carrots, chopped green onions, chopped cilantro, diced water chestnuts, and sesame seeds to the skillet with the cooked chicken. Pour in the prepared sauce as well.
6. Continue to stir-fry the mixture for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, ensuring that everything is well combined and the sauce begins to reduce slightly.
7. Remove the filling from the heat and set it aside.
8. To assemble the wraps, spoon a generous portion of the chicken filling onto each lettuce leaf.
9. Serve the wraps with any remaining sauce on the side for dipping.

Conclusion:

Congratulations! You’ve mastered the art of making Asian-Inspired Chicken Lettuce Wraps, a delicious and wholesome dish that’s perfect for any occasion. With their crunchy vegetables, savory chicken, and flavorful sauce, these wraps are sure to delight your taste buds and satisfy your hunger. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch, a flavorful appetizer, or a satisfying dinner, these wraps are a versatile and delicious addition to any meal. So why wait? Gather your ingredients and whip up a batch of these mouthwatering wraps today, and enjoy a taste of Asia in the comfort of your own home.

Servings: 8 wraps = 8 points or 1 pt. per wrap

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground chicken breast or finely diced or minced chicken breast (0 Pts. breast meat only)1 pound ground chicken breast or finely diced or minced chicken breast (0 Pts. breast meat only)
• 1/2 red onion minced (0 Pts.)½ red onion minced (0 Pts.)
• 2 cloves garlic minced (0 Pts.)2 cloves garlic minced (0 Pts.)
• 2 tsp fresh ginger grated (0 Pts.)2 tsp fresh ginger grated (0 Pts.)
• 1 tsp chili pepper flakes (0 Pts.)1 tsp chili pepper flakes (0 Pts.)
• 1 tsp salt (0 Pts.)1 tsp salt (0 Pts.)
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper (0 Pts.)½ tsp ground black pepper (0 Pts.)
• 1 cup carrots julienned (0 Pts.)1 cup carrots julienned (0 Pts.)
• 1 small can diced water chestnuts (0 Pts.)1 small can diced water chestnuts (0 Pts.)
• 1/4 cup green onions chopped (0 Pts.)¼ cup green onions chopped (0 Pts.)
• 2 Tbsp cilantro chopped (0 Pts.)2 Tbsp cilantro chopped (0 Pts.)
• 1 Tbsp sesame seeds (1 pt.)1 Tbsp sesame seeds (1 pt.)
• 2 Tbsp soy sauce (0 Pts.)2 Tbsp soy sauce (0 Pts.)
• 1 Tbsp sesame oil (4 pts.)1 Tbsp sesame oil (4 pts.)
• 2 tsp lime juice (0 Pts.)2 tsp lime juice (0 Pts.)
• 1 Tbsp Adams crunchy peanut butter (3 pts.) Optional1 Tbsp Adams crunchy peanut butter (3 pts.) Optional
• 1 head butter lettuce cleaned and separated (0 Pts.)1 head butter lettuce cleaned and separated (0 Pts.)

Steps

1. Wraps:subheading: Wraps:
2. Prepare your butter lettuce (separate and wash thoroughly) set the lettuce leaves on a plate.
3. Sauce:subheading: Sauce:
4. In a small bowl, combine your soy sauce, sesame oil, peanut butter and lime juice. Set aside.
5. Filling:subheading: Filling:
6. In a medium bowl, combine your ground chicken, onion, garlic, ginger, chili pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Mix well.
7. Heat a large skillet up to medium high heat.
8. Add your meat mixture to the skillet and cook, stirring continually for about 6 to 8 minutes. The beef should mostly be browned and cooked by now.
9. Add in your carrots, green onions, cilantro, water chestnuts, sesame seeds, and sauce.
10. Continue to stir fry everything together for about 3 to 4 minutes. Ensuring everything is well combined and the sauce begins to reduce.
11. Remove your filing from heat. And set aside.
12. Fill each lettuce leaf with your filling and serve with sauce on the side.