Lemongrass-Chile-Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Lemongrass-Chile-Chicken Lettuce Wraps
30 min.
6
210kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game with a burst of vibrant flavors? Introducing our Lemongrass-Chile-Chicken Lettuce Wraps, a delightful dish that is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also packed with a tantalizing mix of fresh ingredients. Perfect for a light meal or a fun starter at your next gathering, these wraps are sure to impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds.

Imagine the aromatic scent of lemongrass and ginger wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this quick and easy recipe. In just 30 minutes, you can create a dish that combines the savory goodness of chicken with the zesty kick of fresh chiles and the refreshing crunch of romaine lettuce. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, making it an ideal choice for those looking for a healthy yet satisfying option.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party, enjoying a casual snack, or simply craving something delicious, these lettuce wraps are versatile enough to fit any occasion. Serve them with a homemade hoisin-lemongrass sauce for an extra layer of flavor that will leave everyone coming back for more. Dive into this culinary adventure and discover how easy it is to create a dish that is both nutritious and utterly delicious!

Ingredients

  • cup hoisin sauce 
  • tablespoons lemon grass fresh finely chopped
  • tablespoons ginger grated
  • teaspoons canola oil 
  • teaspoon sesame oil 
  • teaspoons canola oil 
  • stalks lemon grass very finely chopped
  • large to 5 chilies red seeds removed, chopped
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • tablespoon ginger finely grated
  •  chicken breast boneless skinless finely chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lime 
  • tablespoons fish sauce 
  • teaspoons t brown sugar dark packed
  • teaspoons mint leaves shredded
  • teaspoon soya sauce 
  • 12  the of 1 cos lettuce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In large bowl, mix sauce ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  2. Heat 3-quart saucepan over high heat.
  3. Add oil, lemongrass, chile, garlic and gingerroot; cook 1 minute. Stir in chicken. Cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until chicken is no longer pink.
  4. Stir lime juice, fish sauce, brown sugar, mint and soy sauce into chicken mixture.
  5. Spoon chicken mixture onto lettuce leaves.
  6. Serve with hoisin-lemongrass sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories210kcal
Protein20.98%
Fat26.05%
Carbs52.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20
Glycemic Load
0.68
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
18.794347918552%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.45mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:209.51kcal
10.48%
Fat:6.17g
9.49%
Saturated Fat:0.81g
5.07%
Carbohydrates:28.24g
9.41%
Net Carbohydrates:25.43g
9.25%
Sugar:15.66g
17.4%
Cholesterol:25.48mg
8.49%
Sodium:1320.44mg
57.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.18g
22.36%
Vitamin A:5039.63IU
100.79%
Vitamin K:61.85µg
58.9%
Manganese:0.67mg
33.73%
Vitamin C:26.65mg
32.31%
Vitamin B3:5.13mg
25.65%
Folate:101.49µg
25.37%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
24.01%
Selenium:13.97µg
19.96%
Potassium:480.5mg
13.73%
Phosphorus:132.56mg
13.26%
Magnesium:49.78mg
12.45%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.1%
Iron:2.04mg
11.32%
Fiber:2.81g
11.22%
Copper:0.15mg
7.62%
Vitamin B5:0.71mg
7.13%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.83%
Vitamin E:0.87mg
5.82%
Zinc:0.74mg
4.97%
Calcium:49.04mg
4.9%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.74%