Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps, a delightful dish that combines fresh ingredients and satisfying textures. These wraps are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a party or looking for a healthy weeknight dinner. The savory ground chicken melds beautifully with crunchy vegetables and zesty sauce, creating an explosion of taste in every bite. Not only are they visually appealing, but they’re also low in carbs and calories, making them a favorite among health-conscious eaters. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, these wraps are sure to impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ¼ cup onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 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
- â…“ cup chopped cashews
- ¼ cup scallions (chopped)
- ¼ cup cilantro (chopped)
- ¼ – ½ cup shredded carrots
- Butter lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for an additional two minutes.
- Add ground chicken, breaking it apart while cooking until golden brown.
- In a bowl, combine Tamari, Thai chili sauce, lime juice, and maple syrup. Pour over the cooked chicken along with chopped cashews.
- Toss to combine and cook on low heat for two more minutes. Remove from heat; stir in carrots, scallions, and cilantro.
- Serve by spooning the mixture into butter lettuce leaves and topping with sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 197
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg