Low Carb Larb
Savor the bold flavors of this Low Carb Larb, a vibrant, healthful twist on the classic Thai salad. Packed with fragrant ingredients like fresh mint, cilantro, lime, and a touch of chili heat, this dish delivers a zesty punch in every bite. Ground chicken or turkey is quickly sautéed with fish sauce and aromatics, then served in crisp lettuce wraps for a refreshing, carb-conscious meal. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, it's a perfect option for busy weeknights or a light yet satisfying appetizer. Customize with optional toasted rice powder for added texture, and enjoy a gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-carb dish that's as nourishing as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground chicken or turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.5 cup chopped fresh mint
- 0.5 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 0.25 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon minced chili pepper
- 0.25 cup finely chopped shallot
- 2 tablespoons toasted rice powder (optional)
- 12 pieces romaine lettuce leaves or butter lettuce leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the ground chicken or turkey and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes. Break the meat apart while cooking.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
Reduce heat to medium and add the fish sauce, lime juice, chili pepper, shallot, salt, and pepper to the meat. Stir to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped mint, cilantro, green onions, and toasted rice powder if using.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional lime juice, fish sauce, or spices as desired.
To serve, spoon the larb mixture onto each lettuce leaf, wrapping it like a taco.
Garnish with additional herbs or lime wedges if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1251 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.5 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 425 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 4132 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 116.8 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 708 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 3211 mg | 68% | |
*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.
