Chinese Chicken Lettuce Cups Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 25 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
Description:
These Chinese Chicken Lettuce Cups are a delightful addition to any Asian-inspired meal. With the option to use minced pork instead of chicken, they offer versatility and flavor in every bite. The combination of tender chicken, aromatic garlic and ginger, and savory sauces wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves creates a culinary experience that’s both satisfying and memorable.
Recipe Category:
Chicken
Keywords:
Poultry, Meat, Chinese, Asian, Less than 30 Minutes, Stove Top
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 327.5
- Fat: 9.8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9g
- Cholesterol: 74mg
- Sodium: 1114.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 25.4g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 0.7g
- Protein: 32.1g
Ingredients:
- 100g rice noodles
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 500g chicken mince (or minced pork)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves
- 4 lettuce cups
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Pour boiling water over the rice noodles. Allow to sit for 5 minutes, then drain. Cut into smaller lengths. |
| 2 | Heat a wok or non-stick pan over high heat with the olive oil. Add the chicken mince and stir-fry for 4 minutes or until cooked through, breaking up with a wooden spoon. |
| 3 | Add the minced garlic and ginger, and fry for a further 2 minutes until fragrant. |
| 4 | Toss in the prepared noodles and stir until heated through. |
| 5 | In a small bowl, combine the sweet chili sauce, fish sauce, and soy sauce. Stir the sauce mixture through the cooked mince until well coated. |
| 6 | Remove from the heat and stir through the fresh coriander leaves. |
| 7 | Serve the flavorful chicken mixture in crisp lettuce cups for a refreshing crunch with every bite. |
These Chinese Chicken Lettuce Cups offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures, making them a perfect choice for a quick and satisfying meal. Whether you’re looking for a light dinner option or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these lettuce cups are sure to impress with their vibrant taste and ease of preparation. Enjoy the essence of Asian cuisine right in your own kitchen with this simple yet delicious recipe!
