Chinese Chicken and Persimmon Lettuce Wraps

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
17%
Chinese Chicken and Persimmon Lettuce Wraps
45 min.
4
301kcal

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Looking for a fresh and exciting dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner? Look no further than these Chinese Chicken and Persimmon Lettuce Wraps! Bursting with flavors and textures, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe combines savory ground chicken with the sweet, unique taste of ripe Fuyu persimmons. Each bite is a delightful balance of crunch from the fresh lettuce leaves and the juicy, tender chicken filling.

These wraps are not just delicious; they're also quick and easy to prepare, making them an excellent choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a healthy meal that serves four and tantalizes the taste buds of everyone at the table. The combination of fresh ginger, low-sodium soy sauce, and a hint of orange juice adds a zesty kick to the dish, taking it over the top.

Whether you are looking to impress your guests or just want to enjoy a light yet satisfying meal, these lettuce wraps are sure to become a favorite. Plus, they’re versatile—you can customize the filling with your favorite veggies or spices. So grab some lettuce leaves and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 12  boston lettuce leaves 
  • teaspoons cornstarch 
  • tablespoon ginger fresh grated peeled
  • cup fuyu persimmon pulp ripe peeled chopped ( 2)
  • 0.5 cup spring onion minced
  • pound ground chicken 
  • tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium
  • tablespoons orange juice fresh
  • tablespoon oyster sauce 
  • 1.5 teaspoons vegetable oil; peanut oil preferred 
  • 0.5 cup water chestnuts chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onions, cornstarch, and chicken to pan; saut for 4 minutes or until chicken is done, stirring to crumble.
  3. Add persimmon, water chestnuts, ginger, soy sauce, juice, and oyster sauce to pan; cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat. Spoon 1/4 cup chicken mixture into center of each lettuce leaf; roll up jelly-roll fashion.

Nutrition Facts

Calories301kcal
Protein29.02%
Fat32.05%
Carbs38.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.25
Glycemic Load
10.59
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
20.081304218458%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
1.02mg
Naringenin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Quercetin
2.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:300.59kcal
15.03%
Fat:11.15g
17.15%
Saturated Fat:2.9g
18.12%
Carbohydrates:30.47g
10.16%
Net Carbohydrates:28.39g
10.32%
Sugar:2.6g
2.89%
Cholesterol:97.52mg
32.51%
Sodium:631.52mg
27.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.72g
45.43%
Vitamin K:72.92µg
69.45%
Vitamin C:47.96mg
58.13%
Vitamin B6:0.72mg
36.07%
Vitamin B3:6.96mg
34.79%
Vitamin A:1632.03IU
32.64%
Potassium:1037.84mg
29.65%
Phosphorus:268.26mg
26.83%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.14%
Iron:3.74mg
20.77%
Selenium:12.53µg
17.9%
Vitamin B5:1.44mg
14.36%
Zinc:2.08mg
13.88%
Folate:53.22µg
13.31%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.62%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.16%
Magnesium:44.6mg
11.15%
Vitamin B12:0.65µg
10.89%
Fiber:2.08g
8.32%
Copper:0.16mg
7.8%
Vitamin E:0.97mg
6.46%
Calcium:55.49mg
5.55%
Source:My Recipes