Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (15 ml)
  • 1 pound ground chicken (450g)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup) (150g)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon) (6g)
  • 1 inch ginger, peeled and minced (about 1 tablespoon) (15g)
  • 1/2 cup water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped (75g)
  • 1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and finely chopped (75g)
  • 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced (30g)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (60 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (15 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed (15g)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (5 ml)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sriracha (or to taste) (2.5 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (7g)
  • 2 tablespoons water (30 ml)
  • 1 head of butter lettuce, leaves separated, washed and dried
  • Optional Garnishes: Toasted sesame seeds, chopped peanuts, crispy fried noodles, shredded carrots

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, and sriracha in a small bowl. In a separate small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth. Set both aside.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger to the skillet with the cooked chicken. Sauté until the onion is softened and fragrant.
  4. Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in water chestnuts and shiitake mushrooms. Cook for a few minutes until softened.
  5. Combine and Simmer: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables. Bring to a simmer, then stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
  6. Finish and Garnish: Remove from heat and stir in the sliced green onions.
  7. Assemble the Wraps: Spoon the chicken mixture into the butter lettuce leaves. Garnish with sesame seeds, peanuts, crispy noodles, or shredded carrots, if desired.
  8. Serve Immediately: Enjoy your homemade lettuce wraps while they're fresh and delicious!