Thai Minced Chicken Lettuce Cups
INGREDIENTS
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1 large head iceberg or butter lettuce
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3 tablespoons vegetable oil
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1 large red onion, chopped
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2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger (you'll need a thick 2-inch piece)
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 pounds ground chicken (not all breast meat)
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1-1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
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3 tablespoons fish sauce (see note*)
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1/4 cup light or dark brown sugar
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2 teaspoons lime zest, from 2 limes
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3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, from 1-1/2 limes
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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2 large scallions, white and green parts, finely sliced
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1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
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1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
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1/4 cup chopped cashews or peanuts
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Optional For Serving
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Sriracha
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Finely sliced carrots
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Lime wedges
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Cilantro and/or mint sprigs
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