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Crispy Thai Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Crispy Thai Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps Everyone Will Love

These Crispy Thai Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a quick, flavorful meal that's customizable for various dietary needs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken or substitute with ground turkey or diced tofu
  • 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 inch Ginger fresh ginger root, minced
For the Wontons
  • 1 package Wonton Wrappers opt for gluten-free options if needed
  • 2 cups Oil for frying, vegetable or canola oil
For the Peanut Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter or substitute with almond butter
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce replace with tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice or rice vinegar as an alternative
For the Wrap Assembly
  • 12 leaves Lettuce Leaves Iceberg or romaine
  • 1 cup Fresh Veggies e.g., bell peppers or shredded carrots

Equipment

  • Large deep pan
  • Skillet
  • Thermometer
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Medium Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Wontons: Lay out the wonton wrappers, add ground chicken filling, wet edges, fold, and seal tightly.
  2. Heat the Oil: In a deep pan, add vegetable oil and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Fry the Wontons: Fry sealed wontons in small batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Sauté the Chicken: In a skillet, sauté garlic and ginger, then add ground chicken and cook until brown.
  5. Make the Peanut Sauce: Mix peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and warm water in a bowl until smooth.
  6. Assemble Your Wraps: Arrange lettuce, wontons, chicken mixture, and sauce, allowing everyone to create their wraps.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Keep wonton wrappers covered with a damp cloth until ready to use. Fry in small batches for best results.

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