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!

  • 19 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 10 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 8 Servings
  • 13 Ingredients

Sesame chicken lettuce cups

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:

1 lb chicken breasts
450g
1 tbsp ginger root
16g
2 tbsp soy sauce
30g
2 tbsp fish sauce
30g
1 tbsp vinegar
16g
1 tbsp sesame oil
16g
1 tsp sugar
5g
2 red hot chili peppers
80g
1 cucumber
250g
1 carrot
60g
1 cup mung beans
80g
8 lettuce leaves
120g
4 shallots
200g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- 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.
2. Cook the Chicken:
- 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.
3. Make the Sauce:
- 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.
4. Prepare the Vegetables:
- In a separate bowl, mix the julienned cucumber and carrot.
- Add the mung beans to the mix.
- Toss the vegetables to combine well.
5. Assemble the Lettuce Cups:
- 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.
6. Garnish and Serve:
- 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.
7. Enjoy your Sesame Chicken Lettuce Cups!
- 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 Size170 grams
Energy
Calories 120kcal6%
Protein
Protein 14g10%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 1.43g4%
Sugar 4.21g4%
Fat
Fat 3.55g4%
Saturated 0.63g2%
Cholesterol 40mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 130ug14%
Choline 54mg10%
Vitamin B1 0.11mg9%
Vitamin B2 0.16mg13%
Vitamin B3 6mg38%
Vitamin B6 0.61mg36%
Vitamin B9 30ug8%
Vitamin B12 0.14ug6%
Vitamin C 20mg23%
Vitamin E 0.52mg3%
Vitamin K 30ug25%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 24mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.09mg10%
Iron, Fe 0.81mg7%
Magnesium, Mg 40mg9%
Phosphorus, P 160mg13%
Potassium, K 420mg12%
Selenium, Se 14ug25%
Sodium, Na 540mg36%
Zinc, Zn 0.66mg6%
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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