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Chang Lettuce Wraps with Ground Chicken and Hoisin Sauce
Maya Bennett

Chang Lettuce Wraps with Ground Chicken and Hoisin Sauce

Handheld lettuce wraps with juicy ground chicken in a tangy hoisin-garlic sauce. Crisp, flavorful, and easy to make in under 25 minutes. A perfect on-the-go meal full of Asian-inspired flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian/Chinese-inspired
Calories: 240
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • ½ cup chopped onion (shallots or leeks can be used)
  • 1 pound ground chicken (lean grind recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • ¼ cup hoisin sauce
  • 2-3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1-2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar (white vinegar as a substitute)
  • 1-2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1-2 teaspoons grated ginger
  • Salt and pepper to taste (reduce if using salty soy)

Method
 

  1. Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium flame
  2. Add ½ cup chopped onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened
  3. Stir in 1 pound ground chicken, breaking it apart with a spoon
  4. Cook until chicken is browned and no pink remains
  5. Drain excess fat through strainer or paper towels
  6. Return to empty skillet and add 1 tablespoon minced garlic to deglaze
  7. Stir in ¼ cup hoisin sauce, 2-3 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1-2 tablespoons vinegar
  8. Add 1-2 teaspoons sesame oil and 1-2 teaspoons grated ginger
  9. Heat sauce for 2 minutes without boiling, scraping browned bits
  10. Adjust salt and pepper to taste for balanced acidity and sweetness
  11. Cool chicken mixture slightly for 2-3 minutes
  12. Spoon filling into lettuce cups with tongs
  13. Add optional green onions for garnish

Notes

Use neutral oil for browning the chicken
Fresh garlic and ginger enhance flavor the best
Tamari can be used instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option
Lettuce cups can be prepared ahead and stored upright in a container
Add optional toppings such as chopped cilantro or crushed peanuts before serving