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Spicy chicken lettuce wraps in a Thai style

Thai Lettuce Wraps - Larb Gai Recipe

Super simple to make Thai lettuce wraps. In this recipe I am using a couple of ingredients that are typical of Thai cuisine: tamarind paste and fish sauce or nam pla. If you can’t find either, you can use lime juice and soy sauce respectively. Although the tastes differ, you will achieve the sourness and saltiness tamarind paste and fish sauce offer.
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Course: Main dish
Cuisine: Thai
Keyword: Thai flavors
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 164kcal
Author: Analida Braeger

Ingredients

Chopped cilantro and diced carrot for garnish

    Instructions

    • In a non stick skillet on medium, heat the oil, add onions, garlic and cook until translucent. Add the ground chicken and stir breaking it apart.
    • In a small bowl mix together, pepper, ginger, and brown sugar. Add to the chicken. Mix well
    • Mix tamarind paste with fish sauce, chili garlic sauce, and rice vinegar. Add to the chicken mixture.
    • Mix well until fully cooked. Add the sesame oil, and stir to combine.
    • Serve on lettuce leaves. Garnish with cilantro and shredded carrots.

    Notes

    • You can use ground beef instead of ground chicken if you prefer beef.
    • Tamarind paste can be substituted with equal parts of lime juice and brown sugar. In this case use ½ Tbsp brown sugar and ½ Tbsp lime juice.
    • Soy sauce can be substituted for fish sauce.

    Frequently asked questions:
    • How long can I store the chicken filling in the refrigerator? Once it has completely cooled you can store it in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
    • Can I freeze the cooked chicken filling? Yes, wrap it tightly in a freezer bag after it has cooled. You can freeze it for 2-3 months when properly stored. Be sure the expel the air from the freezer bag to help prevent freezer burn.
    • How do I reheat the chicken? Reheat the chicken in the microwave for 2-3 minutes and stop to stir every 30-45 seconds until hot. Once reheated do not cool and store again in the refrigerator, consume it right away. So only reheat the amount you will consume.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 797mg | Potassium: 493mg | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 900IU | Vitamin C: 1.3mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1.1mg