Search
Description
Who needs bread? These savory chicken lettuce wraps are a refreshing way to pack in a healthy dose of your daily vegetables.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon coconut oil
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
4 scallions (both the white and green parts), chopped
1 pound ground chicken (alternatives: ground bison or ground turkey)
One 8-ounce can water chestnuts, drained, rinsed and chopped
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1⁄4 cup rice vinegar
1 large head butter lettuce, washed, dried and leaves separated
Sesame oil (and/or soy sauce)
Instructions
- Heat coconut oil in a large pan over medium-high heat, and sauté the garlic, ginger and scallions for a few minutes. Add in the chicken (or other meat) and cook until meat is browned.
- Add in the water chestnuts, bell pepper and rice vinegar. Cook until the pepper is soft. Keep warm.
- Spoon about 1/3 cup of chicken filling onto each lettuce leaf; drizzle with sesame oil and/or soy sauce and roll it up.
Notes
The information contained on this blog is intended for informational purposes only. Nothing contained, expressed or implied in this blog, is intended as medical advice nor should it be construed as such. This blog is not a substitute for professional medical advice, medical diagnosis or treatment by a licensed physician or health care provider. It is not meant to and does not cover all possible precautions, drug interactions, circumstances or adverse effects and reliance on the information on this blog is at your own risk. Always talk to your doctor or other qualified health care provider about any concerns or questions you have about your medical care and do not disregard professional medical advice based on the information herein. You should seek prompt medical care for any health issues and consult your doctor before using alternative medicine or making a change to your regimen.