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
Crispy Wontons
Spicy Aioli
Sweet Soy Ginger Glaze
Method
Chicken Filling
- 1
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground chicken. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
- 2
Add Aromatics
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Mix in Sauces
Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil. Stir to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Finish with Peanuts
Remove from heat and mix in the chopped green onions and peanuts. Set aside.
Crispy Wontons
- 5
- 6
Fry the Wontons
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the wonton wrappers in batches. Fry until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Spicy Aioli
- 7
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, and lime juice until well combined. Adjust the spice level to taste.
Sweet Soy Ginger Glaze
- 8
Make the Glaze
In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
