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Chicken Larb Lettuce Wraps

Chicken Larb Lettuce Wraps
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Chicken Larb Lettuce Wraps are a Thai-inspired dish featuring ground chicken tossed in a zesty lime, fish sauce, and chili dressing, mixed with fresh herbs, shallots, and toasted rice powder, all wrapped in crisp butter or iceberg lettuce leaves. This quick, healthy, and vibrant recipe offers a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and spicy flavors, making it ideal for light dinners or sharing at gatherings.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes or 1 fresh chili, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
  • 2 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp toasted rice powder
  • Butter or iceberg lettuce leaves (10-12 leaves)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Ground Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the ground chicken until fully browned and crumbly, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess liquid to avoid sogginess in your wraps.
  2. Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and chili flakes to create a balanced, tangy, and spicy dressing that will coat the chicken perfectly.
  3. Combine Chicken and Dressing: Pour the dressing over the cooked chicken and mix thoroughly to ensure every bite is flavorful. Allow it to rest for a few minutes to let the flavors meld.
  4. Add Herbs and Toasted Rice: Stir in thinly sliced shallots, chopped fresh mint, cilantro, and toasted rice powder to add crunch and freshness that are signature to larb.
  5. Prepare the Lettuce Wraps: Rinse and dry butter or iceberg lettuce leaves, then spoon the chicken mixture into each leaf, folding gently for a neat wrap ready to serve.

Notes

  • Choose fresh herbs like mint and cilantro to intensify aroma and flavor.
  • Toast your own sticky rice and grind it finely for authentic toasted rice powder.
  • Drain excess moisture from chicken to avoid soggy wraps.
  • Add lime juice gradually to balance acidity without overpowering flavors.
  • Assemble wraps close to serving time to keep lettuce crisp and fresh.

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Keywords: Chicken, Larb, Lettuce Wraps, Thai, Healthy, Gluten Free, Spicy, Fresh herbs, Quick meal

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