Quick and flavorful Thai chicken wraps featuring seasoned chicken, fresh vegetables, and a tangy peanut sauce, all served in crisp lettuce cups. Perfect as a light meal or an appetizer for festive occasions.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground chicken (or turkey)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
For the Peanut Sauce:
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp honey or sugar
- 2-3 tbsp warm water (to thin)
For Serving:
- Lettuce leaves (e.g., butter lettuce, romaine)
- Lime wedges
- Crushed peanuts (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
Serves:
4 people
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and warm water until smooth. Adjust consistency with more water if needed. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken Filling:
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add ground chicken and cook, breaking it into small pieces, until no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in soy sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and mix in shredded carrots, green onions, and cilantro.
- Assemble the Wraps:
- Spoon the chicken mixture into lettuce leaves. Drizzle with peanut sauce and garnish with crushed peanuts, if desired.
- Serve:
- Arrange on a platter with lime wedges on the side. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fat: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
Notes
- For a spicier version, add chili flakes or a dash of Sriracha to the chicken or peanut sauce.
- Substitute ground chicken with tofu or lentils for a vegetarian version.
- Leftover filling can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Let me know if you’d like more recipes or variations! 😊