Spicy Ginger Chicken in Lettuce Cups Recipe

Name: Spicy Ginger Chicken in Lettuce Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and grated; 1 teaspoon sugar; ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 garlic clove, crushed with press; 1 lb ground chicken (or ground turkey); 2 stalks celery, medium sized, chopped; ½ cup sliced water chestnuts, chopped; ¼ cup dry roasted peanuts, coarsley chopped; 8 -12 large boston lettuce leaves

Servings: persons

1
In cup, combine soy sauce, ginger, sugar, crushed red pepper, and garlic and set aside.
2
Heat a nonstick 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
3
Add chicken (or turkey) and cook 4-5 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking up the meat with side of spoon.
4
Add celery to chicken in skillet, and cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Add water chestnuts and soy sauce mixture; cook 1 minute to blend flavors and then stir in peanuts.
6
Divide the mixture among lettuce leaves.
7
Fold the leaves over the mixture and eat out of hand (like a roll up).

328

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and grated, 1 teaspoon sugar, ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Spicy Ginger Chicken in Lettuce Cups falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Ginger Chicken in Lettuce Cups

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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