Description
Zesty Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps bring sizzling street market flavors straight to your kitchen. Fresh herbs, crisp lettuce, and spicy-sweet chicken create an irresistible meal that will make you feel like a culinary explorer.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 10 ounces (283 grams) ground chicken
- ⅓ cup cashews, chopped (raw or roasted/salted)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- ¼ cup onion, diced (yellow or white)
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger or ginger paste
- ¼ cup scallions, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼–½ cup carrots, shredded
- 1 head butter lettuce leaves separated and rinsed
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ¼ cup Tamari (low sodium) or soy sauce, coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons Thai sweet red chili sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
- Sesame seeds for topping
Instructions
- Warm a skillet with sesame oil over medium-high temperature until the oil shimmers, then gently sauté diced onions for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent and develop a soft golden edge.
- Mince fresh garlic and ginger, then introduce them to the aromatic onion mixture, stirring constantly for an additional 2 minutes to release their intense flavors.
- Incorporate ground chicken into the pan, using a wooden spatula to break the meat into small, uniform crumbles. Season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, allowing the chicken to brown evenly and cook thoroughly for 3-4 minutes.
- Craft a vibrant sauce by whisking together low-sodium soy sauce, zesty chili sauce, freshly squeezed lime juice, and golden honey in a separate mixing bowl until well combined.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and sprinkle roughly chopped cashews into the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, allowing the flavors to meld together for 2 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from heat and gently fold in finely julienned carrots, thinly sliced scallions, and roughly chopped fresh cilantro.
- Arrange crisp lettuce leaves on a serving platter, then delicately spoon the aromatic chicken mixture into each leaf. Garnish with a light sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately for optimal freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Spice things up with these zesty Thai-inspired lettuce wraps that bring restaurant-quality flavor right to your kitchen.
- Cashews add a delightful crunch, transforming this simple chicken dish into a texture-packed meal that’ll wow your taste buds.
- Perfectly balanced sauce combines sweet, tangy, and spicy elements, creating a complex flavor profile that makes each bite exciting.
- Lettuce leaves serve as a light, crisp wrapper, making this recipe a low-carb option that doesn’t compromise on taste or satisfaction.
- Versatile dish works great as a quick weeknight dinner, party appetizer, or meal prep lunch that keeps everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg