Sesame chicken lettuce cups
Discover a deliciously light and flavorful Sesame Chicken Lettuce Cups recipe! Featuring tender chicken breasts paired with fresh veggies, ginger, soy sauce, and a touch of heat from red hot chili peppers, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. Enjoy a healthy, low-carb meal with every bite!
- 13 Apr 2025
- Cook time 10 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 8 Servings
- 13 Ingredients
Sesame chicken lettuce cups are a delightful and healthy dish that's perfect for a light lunch or an elegant appetizer. This recipe combines tender chicken with a blend of Asian-inspired flavors and fresh vegetables, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. It's a quick and easy dish that's full of texture and taste.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Finely grate the ginger root.
- Finely chop the red hot chili peppers, remove the seeds if you prefer less heat.
- Julienne the cucumber.
- Shred or julienne the carrot.
- Thinly slice the shallots.
- Rinse the chicken breasts and pat dry.
- Dice the chicken into small, bite-sized pieces.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add the sesame oil.
- Add the diced chicken to the pan and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, fish sauce, vinegar, grated ginger, and sugar. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
- Pour this sauce into the pan with the cooked chicken.
- Add the chopped red hot chili peppers.
- Stir and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes until the chicken is well-coated and the sauce has slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, mix the julienned cucumber and carrot.
- Add the mung beans to the mix.
- Toss the vegetables to combine well.
- Wash and dry the lettuce leaves.
- Lay out the lettuce leaves on a serving platter.
- Spoon a portion of the chicken mixture into the center of each lettuce leaf.
- Top with a small amount of the vegetable mixture.
- Sprinkle the sliced shallots over each lettuce cup.
- Optionally, you can add a few more sesame seeds or a drizzle of sesame oil for extra flavor.
- Serve immediately while the chicken is still warm and the vegetables are fresh and crisp.
Tips:
- For a more aromatic flavor, marinate the chicken in the soy sauce, fish sauce, and sesame oil mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Use a non-stick skillet or wok to cook the chicken for even cooking and to prevent sticking.
- Adjust the amount of red hot chili peppers based on your desired spice level.
- To keep the lettuce leaves crisp, store them in the refrigerator until you are ready to assemble the cups.
- Feel free to add additional vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra crunch and color.
- Top the lettuce cups with a sprinkle of sesame seeds or chopped cilantro for an added burst of flavor.
Sesame chicken lettuce cups are not only delicious but also a versatile dish that can be easily customized to your taste. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a nutritious meal option, these lettuce cups are sure to impress. Enjoy the burst of flavors and the satisfying crunch with every bite.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 170 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 120kcal | 6% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 14g | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 7g | 2% |
| Fiber 1.43g | 4% |
| Sugar 4.21g | 4% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 3.55g | 4% |
| Saturated 0.63g | 2% |
| Cholesterol 40mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 130ug | 14% |
| Choline 54mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 0.11mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 0.16mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 6mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B6 0.61mg | 36% |
| Vitamin B9 30ug | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 0.14ug | 6% |
| Vitamin C 20mg | 23% |
| Vitamin E 0.52mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K 30ug | 25% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 24mg | 2% |
| Copper, Cu 0.09mg | 10% |
| Iron, Fe 0.81mg | 7% |
| Magnesium, Mg 40mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus, P 160mg | 13% |
| Potassium, K 420mg | 12% |
| Selenium, Se 14ug | 25% |
| Sodium, Na 540mg | 36% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.66mg | 6% |
| Water | |
| Water 140g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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