Chicken Larb
Dive into the bold, fragrant flavors of Thailand with this Chicken Larb recipe, a traditional Laotian and Thai-inspired dish that's both light and satisfying. Featuring tender ground chicken infused with aromatic lemongrass, zesty lime juice, and savory fish sauce, this dish is elevated with the crunch of roasted rice powder and the heat of chili flakes. Fresh mint and cilantro add a burst of herbal freshness, while crisp lettuce or cabbage leaves provide the perfect vessel for scooping up this flavorful blend. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this healthy and gluten-free recipe is ideal for a delicious appetizer, main course, or party platter. Bursting with texture and authentic Southeast Asian flavor, Chicken Larb is sure to become a go-to favorite in your recipe repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 2 medium, finely sliced Shallots
- 0.5 cup, chopped Fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 stalk, finely sliced Lemongrass
- 3 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Roasted rice powder
- 1 teaspoon Chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 8 leaves Lettuce leaves or cabbage leaves
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add vegetable oil. Add in the lemongrass and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the ground chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and crumbled.
Reduce the heat to low and add sliced shallots, stirring them in with the chicken.
In a small bowl, combine fish sauce, lime juice, roasted rice powder, chili flakes, sugar, and salt. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
Pour the dressing mixture over the chicken and stir well to coat the chicken evenly.
Remove the skillet from heat and let it cool slightly. Then, add chopped mint and cilantro, folding them gently into the chicken mixture.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Serve the chicken larb warm or at room temperature with fresh lettuce or cabbage leaves. Enjoy each bite by wrapping a spoonful of chicken larb in a leaf.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1138 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.0 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 424 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 5370 mg | 233% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.6 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 114.2 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 686 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 26.2 mg | 146% | |
| Potassium | 5300 mg | 113% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
