Chinese Chicken Lettuce Cups

Instructions

1. Prepare the sauce
   In a small bowl, whisk together the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and Sriracha (if using). Set aside until needed.
2. Cook the aromatics
   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
3. Brown the chicken
   Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-6 minutes until no longer pink and slightly browned. Drain any excess liquid if necessary.
4. Add vegetables
   Add the diced red bell pepper and water chestnuts to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the pepper begins to soften but still maintains some crunch.
5. Incorporate the sauce
   Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken mixture and stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats all ingredients.
6. Finish the filling
   Stir in most of the sliced green onions (reserve some for garnish), and cook for another minute. Remove the skillet from heat.
7. Assemble the lettuce cups
   Arrange the lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Spoon approximately 3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture into the center of each lettuce leaf.
8. Garnish and serve
   Sprinkle the filled lettuce cups with the remaining green onions, chopped cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately while still warm, allowing diners to pick up and eat with their hands.