High Protein Larb
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant High Protein Larb recipe, a low-carb, flavor-packed twist on the traditional Southeast Asian dish. Featuring lean ground chicken or turkey as the protein-rich base, this quick and easy recipe bursts with fresh herbs like mint and cilantro, tangy lime juice, and a savory kick of fish sauce and chili powder. The addition of ground toasted rice lends a delightful nuttiness and subtle texture, while crisp lettuce cups provide a refreshing, gluten-free wrap that's perfect for healthy eating. Ready in just 30 minutes, this nutrient-dense dish makes an ideal meal for meal preppers and health-conscious food lovers alike. Pair it with sliced cucumber for extra crunch, and enjoy a guilt-free, satisfying feast that balances bold flavors with clean ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams lean ground chicken or turkey
- 0.5 red onion
- 2 shallots
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground toasted rice
- 3 tablespoons cook pasta
- 8 lettuce leaves
- 0.5 cucumber
Instructions
Start by heating a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the lean ground chicken or turkey and cook, stirring to break up the meat, until it is cooked through and no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes. Once cooked, remove from heat and set aside.
While the meat is cooking, thinly slice the red onion and shallots. Also, finely chop the fresh mint and cilantro leaves. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground meat, red onion, shallots, mint, and cilantro. Add the lime juice, fish sauce, and chili powder. Mix well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
Add the ground toasted rice to the mixture, which will give a slightly nutty flavor and provide some texture.
Taste the larb mixture and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more lime juice, fish sauce, or chili powder according to your preference.
To serve, place several tablespoons of the larb mixture onto each lettuce leaf. Top with a few slices of cucumber for added crunch.
Serve immediately, allowing everyone to wrap the larb in the lettuce leaves or eat it with a fork and knife if preferred.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1150 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.6 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 425 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 2976 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 126.6 g | 253% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 587 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 3050 mg | 65% | |
*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.
