Szechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe
sweet soy ginger glaze, peanuts, crispy wontons, spicy aioli
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Ingredients
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Chicken Filling
Sweet Soy Ginger Glaze
Spicy Aioli
Toppings
Method
Chicken Filling Preparation
- 1
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the vegetable oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Then add the chicken thighs, cook until browned and cooked through (about 7-10 minutes).
- 2
Season the Chicken
Once the chicken is cooked, remove from heat. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, cornstarch, and Szechuan peppercorns. Pour this mixture over the cooked chicken and stir well to coat. Return to low heat for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 3
Finish with Green Onions
Stir in the chopped green onions and remove from heat. Set aside.
Sweet Soy Ginger Glaze Preparation
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Stir well.
- 5
Cook the Glaze
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and let simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
Spicy Aioli Preparation
- 6
Mix the Aioli
In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, Sriracha, and lime juice. Whisk until smooth and well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Assembly
- 7
Prepare the Lettuce Wraps
Take a butter lettuce leaf and spoon a generous amount of the chicken filling into the center.
- 8
Add Toppings
Drizzle the sweet soy ginger glaze over the chicken filling, then top with crispy wonton strips and chopped roasted peanuts.
- 9
Serve with Aioli
Serve the lettuce wraps with a side of spicy aioli for dipping.