Szechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe
sweet soy ginger glaze, peanuts, crispy wontons, spicy aioli
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Ingredients
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For the Chicken Filling
For the Sweet Soy Ginger Glaze
For the Spicy Aioli
For Serving
Method
Preparing the Chicken Filling
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Step 1: Cook the Chicken
In a skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add the boneless chicken thighs and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and allow to cool slightly.
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Step 2: Shred the Chicken
Once the chicken is cool enough to handle, shred it into bite-sized pieces.
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Step 3: Sauté Aromatics
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic, minced ginger, and Szechuan peppercorns. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Step 4: Combine Chicken with Aromatics
Add the shredded chicken back to the skillet, along with 4 tablespoons of soy sauce. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
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Step 5: Add Peanuts and Green Onions
Stir in the chopped peanuts and green onions, then remove from the heat.
Making the Sweet Soy Ginger Glaze
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Step 6: Combine Ingredients
In a small saucepan, combine 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of grated ginger, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil.
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Step 7: Heat the Glaze
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is fully dissolved and the glaze thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
Making the Spicy Aioli
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Step 8: Mix Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of sriracha sauce, and 1 tablespoon of lime juice. Mix well until smooth.
Assembling the Lettuce Wraps
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Step 9: Prepare Serving
Take a butter lettuce leaf and place a generous spoonful of the chicken filling in the center.
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Step 10: Drizzle with Glaze
Drizzle over some of the sweet soy ginger glaze.
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Step 11: Add Aioli and Wontons
Top with a dollop of spicy aioli and sprinkle crispy wontons over the top.
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Step 12: Serve
Serve immediately while the filling is warm and the wontons are crispy.
