Thai lettuce wraps
Discover the flavors of Thailand with these delicious Thai Lettuce Wraps, featuring tender chicken breast, crunchy mung beans, fresh cucumbers and carrots, and a zesty peanut sauce. Perfectly seasoned with spearmint, basil, and a hint of red pepper, these wraps make a healthy and satisfying meal that's easy to prepare.
- 11 Mar 2025
- Cook time 20 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 4 Servings
- 13 Ingredients
Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with these delicious Thai lettuce wraps. They are a perfect blend of freshness, spice, and richness, brought to life with a harmonious combination of peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar, and fresh veggies. These wraps are not only tasty but also healthy, making them an ideal meal for any occasion.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium heat.
- Lightly season the chicken breast with salt and pepper (optional).
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.
- Once cooked, remove from heat, let it cool slightly, and then dice into small pieces.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, olive oil, vinegar, and red pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are fully blended into a smooth sauce. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Shred the carrots, dice the cucumber, and finely chop the spearmint, basil, and onion.
- Rinse and drain the mung beans if necessary.
- Lay out the lettuce leaves on a clean, flat surface. Make sure they are dry and intact to hold the fillings.
- Arrange a portion of the diced chicken breast in the center of each lettuce leaf.
- Top the chicken with a bit of shredded carrots, diced cucumber, chopped spearmint, basil, and onion.
- Add a small handful of mung beans over the vegetables and herbs.
- Spoon a generous amount of the peanut sauce over the assembled ingredients in each lettuce leaf.
- Carefully fold or roll the lettuce leaves around the filling to create wraps.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Thai Lettuce Wraps!
Tips:
- Marinate the chicken in advance.: Consider marinating the chicken breasts in soy sauce and olive oil for at least 30 minutes before cooking to enhance their flavor.
- Chop vegetables uniformly.: Make sure to chop the cucumbers, carrots, and onions consistently to ensure even distribution and a better texture in your wraps.
- Use fresh herbs.: For the best flavor, use fresh spearmint and basil. The freshness of the herbs significantly contributes to the overall taste of the wraps.
- Prepare the sauce ahead of time.: Mix the peanut butter, soy sauce, olive oil, vinegar, and red pepper ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve immediately.: To enjoy the full flavor and crunch, assemble the wraps just before serving, so the lettuce remains crisp and the ingredients stay fresh.
After assembling these flavorful Thai lettuce wraps, you'll have a refreshing, nutritious, and incredibly satisfying meal. Each wrap bursts with the vibrant flavors of fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables, and tender chicken enhanced by a savory, slightly spicy dressing. Enjoy your homemade Thai creation!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 210 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 240kcal | 12% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 22g | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 10g | 3% |
| Fiber 2.40g | 6% |
| Sugar 4.49g | 4% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 30g | 35% |
| Saturated 4.89g | 16% |
| Cholesterol 40mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 150ug | 17% |
| Choline 77mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 0.14mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 0.25mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 9mg | 59% |
| Vitamin B6 0.67mg | 40% |
| Vitamin B9 54ug | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 0.12ug | 5% |
| Vitamin C 7mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E 2.43mg | 16% |
| Vitamin K 44ug | 36% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 44mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.19mg | 22% |
| Iron, Fe 1.61mg | 15% |
| Magnesium, Mg 90mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus, P 280mg | 22% |
| Potassium, K 600mg | 18% |
| Selenium, Se 14ug | 26% |
| Sodium, Na 1880mg | 125% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.43mg | 13% |
| Water | |
| Water 150g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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