Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps, a perfect blend of savory ground chicken, fresh herbs, and zesty sauce wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. This recipe is not only quick to prepare—taking just 15 minutes—but also versatile enough for any occasion, from casual family dinners to elegant dinner parties. Each bite delivers a burst of flavor, making these wraps an irresistible choice for a light meal or appetizer. Feel free to customize them with your favorite proteins or veggies for a personal touch. Gather your friends and family for an interactive dining experience where everyone can build their own wraps!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ¼ cup onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
- 10 oz ground chicken
- ¼ cup Tamari (or soy sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Thai sweet red chili sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- ⅓ cup cashews (chopped)
- 1 head butter lettuce (leaves separated)
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent (2-3 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add ground chicken, breaking it up as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper, cooking until browned and no pink remains (about 3-4 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix Tamari, Thai chili sauce, lime juice, and maple syrup until combined. Pour over the cooked chicken along with chopped cashews and toss well.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded carrots, scallions, and cilantro.
- To serve, spoon the mixture into lettuce leaves, drizzle with sauce if desired, and garnish with sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg