Get ready to transform your ordinary lunch into an extraordinary culinary adventure! These Thai Curry Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps are not just a meal, they're a flavor explosion that combines the zesty kick of Thai red curry with tender chicken, all nestled in crisp romaine lettuce leaves. Perfect for health-conscious foodies and spice lovers alike, this recipe promises to transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Thailand in just 20 minutes!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Thai
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/4 cup Thai red curry paste
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 head romaine lettuce, leaves separated
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside. Dice the bell pepper and chop the cilantro finely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Thai red curry paste, and coconut milk. Stir well until the chicken is evenly coated with the curry mixture.
- Add the diced bell pepper and chopped cilantro to the bowl. Gently fold the ingredients together until everything is well combined.
- Take the head of romaine lettuce and carefully separate the leaves. Rinse them under cold water to clean, and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- To serve, take a lettuce leaf and spoon a generous amount of the Thai curry chicken mixture into the center of the leaf.
- Wrap the lettuce around the filling, creating a neat little package. You can secure it with a toothpick if necessary.
- Repeat the process with the remaining lettuce leaves and curry chicken mixture until everything is used up.
- Arrange the lettuce wraps on a serving platter and garnish with additional chopped cilantro if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tips
- For maximum flavor, use freshly cooked or rotisserie chicken and let it cool slightly before mixing with the curry paste.
- Choose firm, wide romaine lettuce leaves that can hold the filling without tearing.
- Adjust the amount of Thai red curry paste to control the spice level - start with less and add more to taste.
- For extra crunch, consider adding some toasted cashews or sliced almonds to the filling.
- If you want to make this ahead, keep the chicken mixture and lettuce leaves separate until just before serving to prevent the leaves from getting soggy.
- Experiment with garnishes like a squeeze of fresh lime juice or a sprinkle of chopped peanuts for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 165kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 17g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 45mg
