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Quick Chicken Larb Lettuce Wraps

Quick Chicken Larb Lettuce Wraps
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Quick Chicken Larb Lettuce Wraps are a vibrant and flavorful Thai-inspired dish featuring tender ground chicken mixed with fresh herbs, lime, chili, and toasted rice powder, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. This recipe is fast to prepare, light, healthy, and perfect for a snack, lunch, or casual dinner, offering a refreshing, protein-packed meal with exciting bursts of zesty and herbaceous flavors.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1 lb ground chicken

Vegetables & Herbs

  • 2 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
  • Butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce leaves, for wrapping (1 head or about 12-16 leaves)

Seasonings & Condiments

  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons toasted rice powder

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: Heat a dry pan or skillet over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully cooked and slightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Flavor Mix: While the chicken cooks, finely slice the shallots and chop the fresh mint and cilantro. In a small bowl, combine fresh lime juice, fish sauce, and chili flakes to create the dressing.
  3. Toast the Rice Powder: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast uncooked sticky rice or jasmine rice until golden brown. Let it cool slightly, then grind it into a coarse powder using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Once the chicken is cooked, remove the pan from heat. Mix in the sliced shallots, the prepared dressing, toasted rice powder, and chopped herbs. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated and fragrant.
  5. Assemble Lettuce Wraps: Wash and separate the lettuce leaves. Spoon generous portions of the chicken larb mixture onto each leaf, folding or rolling them up like a taco. Serve immediately for best freshness and crunch.

Notes

  • Use fresh mint and cilantro for authentic bright flavors.
  • Don’t skip the toasted rice powder; it adds a subtle crunch and nutty depth.
  • Adjust chili flakes according to your preferred spice level, starting with less and adding more as desired.
  • Keep lettuce leaves chilled before assembly to maintain crispness.
  • Serve immediately for best taste and texture.

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Keywords: Chicken Larb, Thai Lettuce Wraps, Ground Chicken Recipe, Healthy Thai Food, Low Carb Wraps, Quick Chicken Larb, Thai Appetizer

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