Thai Lettuce Folds
Discover the vibrant flavors of Thai Lettuce Folds—an easy and healthy recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or light appetizers. Featuring tender ground chicken or turkey infused with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a savory-sweet blend of soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar, this dish delivers irresistible umami with a subtle touch of heat from sriracha. Crunchy water chestnuts, shredded carrots, and fresh cilantro elevate the texture and freshness, while butter or Bibb lettuce wraps serve as the crisp, low-carb vessel for this flavorful filling. Ready in just 25 minutes, these lettuce wraps are customizable with optional toppings like chopped peanuts for an added crunch. Ideal for gluten-free or low-calorie dining, Thai Lettuce Folds are a crowd-pleasing option that’s as fun to eat as they are delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground chicken or ground turkey
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Ginger, minced
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Fish sauce
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 tsp Sriracha
- 1 can (8 oz) Water chestnuts, chopped
- 3 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup Carrots, shredded
- 12 leaves Butter or Bibb lettuce leaves
- 1 tbsp Chopped peanuts (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground chicken or turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and sriracha. Mix well and let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
Add the chopped water chestnuts, green onions, and shredded carrots to the skillet. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are warmed through.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the mixture. Stir to combine.
To assemble, spoon a portion of the filling into each lettuce leaf. Top with chopped peanuts, if desired, for added crunch.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2687 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 212.2 g | 272% | |
| Saturated Fat | 103.8 g | 519% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 735 mg | 245% | |
| Sodium | 3654 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.4 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.0 g | ||
| Protein | 106.2 g | 212% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 3442 mg | 73% | |
*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.
