These lettuce wraps are bright, fresh, and packed with so much flavor that you won't miss a single thing. Ground chicken gets cooked down with garlic, fresh ginger, shredded carrots, and zucchini, then coated in a glossy sauce made from coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, and arrowroot starch — no tomatoes, peppers, or other common nightshades anywhere in sight. That sauce is the real star: it thickens beautifully and clings to every bite, delivering a savory-tangy punch that tastes like it took way more effort than it did. Turmeric and two forms of ginger layer in warmth and depth, while the scallions add a pop of freshness right at the end. Spooned into cool, crisp butter lettuce cups and finished with a squeeze of lime, the whole thing comes together as a meal that feels light but genuinely satisfying. It's the kind of recipe that works just as well for a quick weeknight dinner as it does for casual entertaining, and the naturally clean ingredient list means you can serve it with total confidence.
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6 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
½ tsp turmeric
¼ tsp ground ginger
½ tsp salt
For serving
1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated and washed
1 lime, cut into wedges
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
1
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, and arrowroot starch until the starch is fully dissolved and no lumps remain. Set aside.
2
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering and the oil coats the pan.
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