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Flavorful Gochujang Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Pickled Cucumber

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These spicy-sweet Korean-inspired chicken lettuce wraps feature a flavorful gochujang marinade paired with crunchy, tangy pickled cucumber, perfect for quick and light weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken (organic or free-range preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 head butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce, leaves separated and washed
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pickled cucumber: In a medium bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using). Add the thinly sliced cucumber and toss to coat. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Marinate the chicken: In a separate bowl, combine ground chicken, gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and slightly caramelized.
  4. Prepare the lettuce: Rinse and dry the lettuce leaves carefully. Set aside on a serving platter.
  5. Assemble the wraps: Spoon a generous amount of cooked chicken into each lettuce leaf. Top with pickled cucumber slices, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

If pickled cucumber tastes too salty or vinegary, rinse lightly under cold water before adding to wraps. Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking chicken to achieve caramelization. Use butter or iceberg lettuce for best texture. Marinate chicken only 10 minutes to avoid mushy texture. Adjust gochujang and honey to balance heat.

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