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Authentic Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Experience a taste of Thailand with these vibrant and refreshing Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps. Succulent chicken tossed with crunchy vegetables and a tangy-sweet sauce, all neatly wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. This recipe offers a healthy and flavorful adventure that will transport your taste buds to the street food stalls of Bangkok. Perfect for a light lunch, an appetizer, or a unique dinner, these wraps are a delightful combination of textures and flavors that make every bite a joy.
Ingredients
- Cilantro
- 1/4 cup, chopped
- Peanuts
- 1/4 cup, crushed
- Lettuce leaves
- 8-10 large leaves
- Green onions
- 1/4 cup, finely chopped
- Carrots
- 1/2 cup, julienned
- Red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup, diced
- Fresh Ginger
- 1 tablespoon, grated
- Garlic
- 2 cloves, minced
- Honey
- 2 tablespoons
- Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons
- Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon
- Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon
- Chicken breast
- 1 lb, diced
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the marinade.
- Add the diced chicken to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken, reserving any leftover marinade. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced red bell pepper, julienned carrots, and chopped green onions to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- Pour the reserved marinade over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly. Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- To assemble the wraps, spoon the chicken and vegetable mixture onto each lettuce leaf. Top with crushed peanuts and chopped cilantro.
- Roll up the lettuce leaves, securing with a toothpick if necessary, and enjoy your Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps!
Tips
- For a vegetarian version, substitute tofu for the chicken.
- Add more heat with a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes or a drizzle of Sriracha.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Calories: 250 Fat: 11g Carbs: 15g Protein: 26g Sodium: 800mg Sugar: 9g
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