Indo-Chinese Lettuce Wraps

Name: Indo-Chinese Lettuce Wraps
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons garam masala; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 large yellow onion, cut into medium dice; 1 large fresh jalapeño chile, seeded and minced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely grated; 1 pound ground chicken; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons ketchup; 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 2 romaine hearts, leaves separated

November 7, 2012

Epicurious member Neel N. Patel of Chicago was inspired to make this when a friend asked for lettuce wraps for a party. The resulting marriage of cuisines incorporates Asian aromatics and Indian spices and a Mexican staple in a fragrant dish with garam masala, cumin, coriander, garlic, and ginger. If spicy is how you like to roll, include some of the jalapeño seeds. And while romaine lettuce leaves are sturdy and flavorful, butterhead varieties such as Boston or Bibb are more pliable and lend a more tender bite.

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