Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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For the Chicken Filling:

1 lb ground chicken (or chicken breast, finely chopped)

2 tbsp sesame oil (or vegetable oil)

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

1-inch piece of ginger, grated

1 red bell pepper, finely diced

1/2 cup carrots, grated or julienned

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

2 green onions, chopped

1/4 cup chopped peanuts (optional for crunch)

1 tbsp lime juice

For the Sauce:

3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

1 tbsp fish sauce

1 tbsp hoisin sauce

1 tbsp peanut butter (optional, for extra creaminess)

1 tsp sesame oil

1 tsp honey or brown sugar (optional, for sweetness)

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

For Serving:

Butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce leaves (for wrapping)

Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Lime wedges (for garnish)