Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Laab Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Inspired by Hai Hai
Time30m
Serves4

Laab

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Ingredients

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Protein

Vegetables and Herbs

Spices and Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Toast the Rice

    In a dry pan over medium heat, add the ground toasted rice. Stir frequently until golden brown and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Chop Vegetables and Herbs

    Finely chop the red onion, mint leaves, and cilantro leaves. Set aside.

Cooking the Chicken

  1. 3

    Cook the Chicken

    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground chicken. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 4

    Add Seasonings

    Once the chicken is cooked, add fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

  3. 5

    Incorporate Herbs and Toasted Rice

    Add the chopped red onion, mint, cilantro, and ground toasted rice to the skillet. Mix thoroughly and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Assembling the Wraps

  1. 6

    Prepare Lettuce Wraps

    Take individual lettuce leaves and place a portion of the chicken mixture in the center of each leaf.

  2. 7

    Add Chilies

    If desired, add thinly sliced Thai bird chilies on top of the chicken mixture for extra heat.

  3. 8

    Serve

    Serve the chicken laab lettuce wraps immediately, allowing everyone to wrap their own.

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