We tried this recipe from the Kitchn: http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-chicken-lettuce-wraps-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-220124. This was not as flavorful as other recipes we tried. (June 2016)
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Chinese-style lettuce wraps with minced chicken, tofu, and shiitakes
We tried this recipe from Andrea Nguyen: http://www.vietworldkitchen.com/blog/2012/08/chicken-tofu-and-shiitake-lettuce-cups-recipe.html. We used 6 oz chopped water chestnuts in lieu of pine nuts as well as five fresh shiitakes instead of two dry. We also used romaine lettuce instead of iceberg. (June 2016) Source: Andrea Nguyen, author and teacher, Vietworldkitchen.com.
Chinese-style chicken cashew lettuce wraps
This is not exactly authentic, but the flavor and texture contrasts were good. Recipe here: http://shewearsmanyhats.com/chicken-cashew-lettuce-wraps/ (May 2016)
Chinese minced chicken in lettuce cup (gung bo gai ding)
This recipe calls for diced chicken, but we used minced chicken instead. Marinate 1 lb chicken in 1 tsp each sugar and sesame oil, 1 ½ tsp soy sauce, 2 tsp Shao-Hsing wine, 1 tsp microplaned ginger, 1 ½ Tbsp oyster sauce, 1 Tbsp cornstarch, and a pinch white pepper for 30 mins. In the… Continue reading Chinese minced chicken in lettuce cup (gung bo gai ding)
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