Description
Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a flavorful, healthy, and quick meal option. Ground chicken cooked with soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, and fresh vegetables, all wrapped in buttery lettuce leaves, create a savory and slightly sweet bite that’s light yet filling. Perfect for weeknights, gatherings, or as an appetizer, these wraps are a delicious blend of textures and tastes that will satisfy your cravings in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- ¼ cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh minced ginger
- 10 oz ground chicken
- ¼ cup Tamari (low sodium), soy sauce, or coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp Thai sweet red chili sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
- ⅓ cup chopped cashews (raw or roasted/salted)
- ¼ cup chopped scallions
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼–½ cup shredded carrots
- Sesame seeds (optional, for topping)
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated, rinsed, and dried
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan Sauce: Heat sesame oil in a pan. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 2 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Add ground chicken to the pan, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine Tamari (or soy sauce), chili sauce, lime juice, and maple syrup (or honey). Mix well.
- Combine: Add the sauce to the chicken mixture. Toss in the chopped cashews and cook on low heat for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in shredded carrots, scallions, and fresh cilantro.
- Assemble: Spoon the chicken mixture into the butter lettuce leaves and top with sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Gluten-Free Option: Use Tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free version.
- Make It Vegan: Swap ground chicken for tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian or vegan version.
- Increase the Heat: Add more chili sauce or fresh sliced chilies to the mixture for a spicier kick.
- Nut Variations: Use peanuts or almonds if you prefer a different crunch or flavor.
- Extra Veggies: Feel free to add bell peppers, water chestnuts, or zucchini to the filling for more crunch and nutrition.
