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Chicken Larb Lettuce Wraps

Chicken Larb Lettuce Wraps

Discover the vibrant flavors of Laos with our Chicken Larb Lettuce Wraps recipe. Packed with herbs, lime, and spice, it’s quick, healthy, and unforgettable.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup raw jasmine rice or glutinous rice
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 shallots (finely sliced) divided
  • 570 g ground chicken
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 1-2 unit Thai bird’s eye chilies (thinly sliced)
  • 3 green onions (thinly sliced)
  • 1/4 cup roughly chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh mint
  • to taste salt optional
  • Lettuce leaves (butter, bibb, or Boston), washed and dried

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Mortar and pestle or spice grinder
  • Slotted spoon
  • Sharp knife and cutting board
  • Lettuce leaves (butter, bibb, or Boston), washed and dried

Method
 

  1. Toast the rice grains in a dry wok or skillet over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant, about 10 minutes. Grind into a coarse powder and set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a wok over high heat and fry half of the sliced shallots until crispy and golden. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same wok, add ground chicken and cook until browned and slightly crispy. Stir in sugar, fish sauce, and lime juice.
  4. Add the remaining shallots, green onions, cilantro, mint, and toasted rice powder to the chicken mixture. Stir-fry briefly to combine flavors.
  5. Scoop the chicken mixture onto lettuce leaves, garnish with crispy shallots, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 24gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 560mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of MSG to enhance umami. If you have leftovers, store the chicken mixture separately from the lettuce leaves for freshness. Don’t hesitate to customize with ground turkey, pork, or tofu if desired, and be sure to squeeze fresh lime juice for the best flavor. Enjoy experimenting with different herbs and spices to find your own perfect balance!
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