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Low Carb Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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These Thai-inspired lettuce wraps feature savory, slightly spicy chicken with fresh herbs, crunchy toppings, and a delicious umami-rich sauce. They’re perfect for a quick, healthy meal or appetizer!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Filling:

  • 1 lb ground chicken (or turkey)
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil (or olive oil)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
  • 1 small red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • ¼ cup shredded carrots (optional for crunch)
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

For the Sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce (adds umami, but optional)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional for extra heat)
  • ½ teaspoon monk fruit sweetener (or honey if not strict keto)
  • Juice of ½ lime

For Serving:

  • 1 head butter lettuce or romaine leaves
  • ¼ cup chopped peanuts or cashews (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges
  • Extra cilantro or green onions for topping

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken:

    • Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
    • Add garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
    • Add ground chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart until browned.

  2. Add the Vegetables:

    • Stir in bell pepper, green onions, and shredded carrots.
    • Cook for 2-3 more minutes until softened.

  3. Make the Sauce & Combine:

    • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, fish sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha, sweetener, and lime juice.
    • Pour the sauce over the chicken mixture and stir until well coated.
    • Cook for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
    • Stir in fresh cilantro.

  4. Assemble the Wraps:

    • Spoon the chicken mixture into lettuce leaves.
    • Sprinkle with chopped peanuts or cashews.
    • Garnish with extra cilantro, green onions, and a squeeze of lime.

  5. Serve & Enjoy:

    • Serve immediately and enjoy with a side of cauliflower rice or a Thai cucumber salad!

Notes

  • Make It Even Lower Carb: Skip the carrots or use extra peppers instead.
  • Make It Spicier: Add extra sriracha or Thai chili flakes.
  • Protein Swap: Use ground turkey, shrimp, or tofu instead of chicken.

Find it online: https://ukfinda.com/low-carb-thai-chicken-lettuce-wraps/