# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken & Marinade
01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized strips
02 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free if necessary)
03 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
04 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
05 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
08 - 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
09 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
10 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Lettuce Wraps & Toppings
11 - 1 head butter lettuce or Bibb lettuce, leaves separated and washed
12 - 1 small carrot, julienned
13 - 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
14 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
15 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
16 - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
17 - 1/4 cup roasted peanuts or cashews, chopped (optional)
18 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
→ Dipping Sauce (optional)
19 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
20 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
21 - 1 teaspoon honey
22 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
23 - 1/2 teaspoon gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) or pinch of chili flakes
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, gochujang, toasted sesame seeds, and black pepper in a bowl. Add chicken pieces and mix to coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes or refrigerate up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
02 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and edges are caramelized.
03 - While the chicken cooks, separate and wash lettuce leaves; arrange them on a serving platter. Julienne carrot, thinly slice red bell pepper and green onions, chop nuts if using, and have cilantro leaves and pomegranate seeds ready.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and gochugaru or chili flakes until combined.
05 - Place several pieces of cooked chicken onto each lettuce leaf. Top with carrot, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, pomegranate seeds, chopped nuts, and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. Drizzle with dipping sauce if desired.
06 - Fold the lettuce over the fillings and serve immediately.
