Description
Easy Chicken Larb Lettuce Wraps are a vibrant and healthy Thai-inspired dish featuring savory ground chicken mixed with fresh herbs, tangy lime juice, and a hint of chili, served in crisp lettuce leaves for a light and flavorful meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Aromatics
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small shallot, thinly sliced
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
Fresh Herbs and Garnishes
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- 2 green onions, sliced
- ¼ cup toasted rice powder (optional, for authenticity)
- Lime wedges for serving
Wrap
- 1 head butter lettuce or romaine, leaves separated and washed
Instructions
- Prepare aromatics: Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and thinly sliced shallot, sautéing for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and lightly softened.
- Cook chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for about 5–7 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and slightly browned, stirring occasionally.
- Add sauces and seasonings: Reduce heat to low. Stir in the fish sauce, lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and chili flakes. Cook for an additional minute to blend all the flavors thoroughly.
- Incorporate herbs: Remove the skillet from heat. Mix in the chopped cilantro, mint, and green onions until evenly combined with the chicken mixture.
- Optional toasted rice powder: If using, add the toasted rice powder and stir well to incorporate its authentic nutty flavor and texture.
- Assemble wraps: Spoon the prepared chicken larb mixture into individual lettuce leaves, creating handheld wraps.
- Serve: Serve the lettuce wraps immediately alongside lime wedges for an extra burst of citrusy zing.
Notes
- Toasted rice powder is optional but adds authentic flavor and a pleasant texture.
- You can substitute ground turkey for chicken if preferred.
- To create a low-sodium version, reduce or omit the soy sauce and adjust fish sauce accordingly.
- These wraps are best enjoyed fresh to maintain the crispness of the lettuce.
