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!
Cook time 10 min
Prep time 15 min
Ingredients:
1 lb chicken breasts1 tbsp ginger root
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp sugar
2 red hot chili peppers
1 cucumber
1 carrot
1 cup mung beans
8 lettuce leaves
4 shallots
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.
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 per serving
8 ServingsCalories 120kcal
Protein 14g
Carbohydrates 7g
Fiber 1.43g
Sugar 4.21g
Fat 3.55g
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