Thai Crispy Rice Lettuce Wraps
Elevate your appetizer game with these vibrant and flavorful Thai Crispy Rice Lettuce Wraps! This recipe combines golden, deep-fried jasmine rice with the bold flavors of red curry paste, lime juice, and fish sauce, creating a crave-worthy filling that's bursting with savory, tangy, and slightly spicy notes. Fresh herbs like cilantro and mint add a fragrant punch, while roasted peanuts and bird's eye chili provide crunch and heat. Tucked into crisp butter lettuce leaves and topped with refreshing julienned cucumber, these wraps are as satisfying as they are healthy. Perfect as a light starter or snack, this quick, 30-minute recipe is a delicious blend of textures and authentic Thai flavors that will impress any crowd.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1.5 cups vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1.5 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 2 stalks scallions, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 0.25 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- 1 piece bird's eye chili or red chili, finely sliced
- 12 leaves butter lettuce leaves
- 1 piece English cucumber, julienned
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional for extra seasoning)
Instructions
Spread the cooked jasmine rice evenly on a baking sheet and allow it to dry out slightly for 30 minutes, or refrigerate it overnight for best results.
In a deep frying pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). To test if it’s ready, drop a small grain of rice into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
Gently break up any clumps of rice and fry the rice in small batches. Use a slotted spoon to turn the rice frequently, ensuring it becomes golden brown and crispy. Remove the rice and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat with remaining rice.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the red curry paste, fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Whisk the mixture until the sugar dissolves and the dressing is smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the crispy rice, scallions, cilantro, mint, roasted peanuts, and chili slices. Drizzle the prepared lime-curry dressing over the rice mixture and gently toss to coat evenly. Adjust seasoning with soy sauce if desired.
To assemble the lettuce wraps, place a spoonful of the crispy rice mixture into a butter lettuce leaf. Garnish with a few slices of julienned cucumber for crunch.
Serve immediately as a light appetizer or snack. Enjoy the combination of fresh, zesty, and crunchy flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3594 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 335.4 g | 430% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.6 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 201.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2820 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.6 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 410 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1884 mg | 40% | |
*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.
