Description
Indulge in the fresh and vibrant flavors of Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps, an irresistible dish that brings a taste of Thailand right to your kitchen. Perfect as a light meal or an appetizer, these wraps are a delightful combination of savory ground chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty sauce all tucked inside crisp lettuce leaves. In just 15 minutes, you can create this satisfying dish that’s not only quick and easy but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a weeknight dinner, these wraps are sure to impress with their bold flavors and healthy ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ¼ cup onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger
- 10 oz ground chicken
- ¼ cup Tamari (or soy sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Thai sweet red chili sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- â…“ cup cashews (chopped)
- Butter lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onions for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
- Add garlic and ginger; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Incorporate ground chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine Tamari, Thai chili sauce, lime juice, and honey; mix well.
- Pour sauce over chicken mixture along with cashews; stir well and cook on low for another 2 minutes.
- Assemble by spooning the mixture into butter lettuce leaves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg