🥬 Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Cashews

Fresh, Flavorful & Ready in Just 30 Minutes

These Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a quick and healthy dinner packed with savory minced chicken, crunchy vegetables, roasted cashews, and a delicious sweet-savory sauce. Wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, they’re light, satisfying, and perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

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🛒 Ingredients

For the Filling

* 500 g chicken mince

* 1 tbsp sesame oil

* 2 garlic cloves, minced

* 1 tsp grated fresh ginger

* 1 onion, finely chopped

* 1 cup bean sprouts

* 2 spring onions, sliced

* ½ cup roasted cashews

* 1 red chili, sliced (optional)

For the Sauce

* 3 tbsp soy sauce

* 1 tbsp oyster sauce

* 1 tbsp hoisin sauce

* 1 tsp honey

* 1 tsp rice vinegar

* ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)

For Serving

* Crisp lettuce leaves

* Fresh coriander

* Lime wedges

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet and sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.

2. Add the chicken mince and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.

3. Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, and rice vinegar. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.

4. Fold in the bean sprouts, spring onions, and roasted cashews, then cook for another minute.

5. Spoon the mixture into fresh lettuce cups, garnish with coriander and sliced chili, and serve with lime wedges.

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👨‍🍳 Chef’s Tips

✨ Add shredded carrots or finely chopped mushrooms for extra texture and nutrition.

🌶️ Adjust the chili to your preferred spice level.

🍚 Serve with steamed jasmine rice or noodles for a heartier meal.

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⏱️ Recipe Details

* Prep Time: 15 minutes

* Cook Time: 15 minutes

* Total Time: 30 minutes

* Servings: 4

* Calories: Approximately 420 kcal per serving