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Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps That Burst with Flavor and Freshness

These Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a delicious blend of savory ground chicken and fresh vegetables, making them a perfect appetizer or quick meal option.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil for sautéing the filling
  • 1 medium onion diced; can substitute with yellow or white onion
  • 3 cloves garlic minced; use fresh for best results
  • 1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger or ginger paste as substitute
  • 1 pound ground chicken can swap with turkey or tofu
  • 3 tablespoons Tamari or soy sauce for gluten-free, use coconut aminos
  • 2 tablespoons Thai sweet red chili sauce adds mild sweetness and spice
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice for acidity and freshness
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup, honey, or agave for sweetness
  • ½ cup cashews chopped; can use raw or roasted almonds
  • ¼ cup scallions chopped; can substitute with chives
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped; optional
  • 1 cup carrots shredded for easy mixing
  • 1 head butter lettuce leaves acts as the wrap

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of freshly minced ginger. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add 1 pound of ground chicken to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until fully cooked.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of Tamari, 2 tablespoons of Thai sweet red chili sauce, the juice from one lime, and 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.
  5. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken mixture in the skillet. Add ½ cup of chopped cashews and simmer on low heat for 2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and gently stir in 1 cup of shredded carrots, ¼ cup of chopped scallions, and ¼ cup of chopped cilantro.
  7. Take individual butter lettuce leaves and scoops a generous amount of the chicken mixture into each leaf. Serve with additional sauce or sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These wraps are perfect for customizing with other proteins or vegetables to suit your taste. Store the leftover filling in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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