Mushroom Free Ginger-Turmeric Chicken Lettuce Cups with Apple
Bright, fresh, and packed with bold flavor, these lettuce cups bring together warm spiced chicken and crisp, cool produce in a way that feels both light and genuinely satisfying. Ground chicken gets cooked down with freshly grated ginger and ground turmeric, then glazed in a savory-sweet sauce made from coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey — no soy, no mystery ingredients. The real surprise is the diced apple folded in at the end, which adds a juicy crunch that plays beautifully against the earthy warmth of the turmeric. Shredded carrots round out the filling with color and texture, while fresh cilantro and optional mint keep every bite tasting vibrant and clean. So many Asian-inspired sauces and stir-fry seasonings sneak in mushroom-derived ingredients like oyster sauce or umami pastes, but this recipe sidesteps all of that entirely — every component is straightforward and easy to verify. Spooned into crisp romaine leaves and served straight from the skillet, this is the kind of weeknight dinner that looks impressive without demanding much from you at all.
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4 servings
For the filling
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 medium apple (such as fuji or honeycrisp), peeled and finely diced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and finely shredded
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
For serving
- 8–10 large romaine lettuce leaves, washed and dried
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, and salt until combined. Set aside.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the ground chicken and cook, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula, for 5–6 minutes, until no pink remains and the meat is cooked through to 165°F (74°C) on an instant-read thermometer.
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