Thai Lettuce Wraps

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Weight Watchers Thai Lettuce Wraps are a low-point, delicious, and nutritious food. The taste of these wraps will be totally unique to traditional Thai cuisine. This dish is an amazing pick for any person searching for a low-calorie and healthy wrap. The combination of fresh lettuce leaves, cooked turkey, and chili sauce is perfect. You can prepare these wraps without putting in so much effort and time. Even this recipe preparation will not disturb your busy schedule or budget. These Weight Watchers Thai Lettuce Wraps are perfect for every person looking for a high protein (25 grams) and low carb (8 grams) meal. Furthermore, these lettuce wraps are packed with many nutrients. Make these wraps at home and savor their flavorful tastes with your loved ones. Let’s begin the recipe.

STATS:

  • Course: Main course, Lunch
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: Weight Watchers, Gluten-free
  • Total Time: Twenty-five minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Preparation Time: Fifteen minutes
  • Servings: 4

EQUIPMENT:

  • A sharp knife
  • Nonstick pot
  • One wooden spatula
  • Serving plate

INGREDIENTS

  • Extra-lean ground turkey 1 pound
  • Gluten-free tamari sauce 3 tbsps
  • Apple cider vinegar 2 tbsps
  • 1 packet of Erythritol blend
  • Large and minced garlic cloves 4
  • Half a teaspoon of chopped red chili pepper flakes
  • 1/2 tsp of fish sauce
  • Shredded and fresh ginger 1 tbsp
  • Butter lettuce 1 head
  • Medium and thinly sliced red onion 1/4
  • Small carrot 1
  • Thinly sliced scallion 1 (with green and white portions)
  • Crushed and roasted peanut 2 tbsps
  • Lime 1, slice into 4 pieces

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. With a knife, trim off the excessive fat from the turkey.
  2. After that, put extra lean turkey in a nonstick pot.
  3. Transfer this pot to a medium to high flame.
  4. Cook it for six to nine minutes.
  5. During cooking, continuously split the turkey meat with a wooden spatula.
  6. After that, mix grated ginger, fish sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, tamari sauce, red pepper flakes, and erythritol blend with the meat.
  7. Next, combine it so all spices merge well with the meat.
  8. Then, simmer it for four to seven minutes.
  9. After cooking, set aside the mixture.
  10. Now, arrange the lettuce leaves to a clean surface.
  11. After that, add one full tablespoon of turkey mixture to the leaves.
  12. Then, add the second layer of sliced scallion, carrot, and red onion.
  13. Next, sprinkle over crushed and roasted peanuts.
  14. Secure the filled lettuce leaves with a toothpick.
  15. Place the ready wraps on a plate.
  16. The tasty and satisfying Weight Watchers Thai Lettuce Wraps are ready to enjoy.
  17. Serve with any low-carb dipping sauce and lime wedges.

SUBSTITUTIONS FOR LETTUCE WRAPS

Tamari sauce:

  • Japanese soy sauce is called tamari sauce. It is typically less salty and darker than ordinary soy sauce because it is prepared by fermenting soybeans. This dish also works well with the regular (low-sodium) soy sauce and coconut aminos instead of tamari sauce.

Apple cider vinegar:

  • Other variations of vinegar such as rice vinegar also complement this dish.

Meat:

  • Other lean protein meat options also work well to make these wraps such as chicken or beef. I won’t suggest using pork meat because it has a totally distinct taste.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

  • Pair the lettuce wraps with Thai coconut shrimp soup.
  • Enjoy the crunchy wraps with grilled pork chops, steamed beans, and pineapple salsa.
  • Grilled chicken satay with peanut sauce also pairs well with this wrap dish.
  • You can also serve it with veggies and sauteed shrimp to make these wraps more nutrient-dense.
  • Thai-style beef and broccoli also complement this dish.

TIPS:

  • Use fresh and premium-quality lettuce to prepare the best wraps.
  • Try this wrap recipe with different flavors, such as cumin or curry powder to create unique variations.
  • Before assembling the wraps, chop all the vegetables such as the carrots, onions, and scallions.
  • Load the wraps with different filling items, spices, or sauces.
  • Opt for lean ground meat (turkey)to lower the points.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

Fridge:

  • You can save the lettuce wraps in a closed box by covering it with a plastic sheet and refrigerating it for only one day.

Freezer:

  • It’s not suggested to freeze the lettuce wraps for a long period, because the lettuce may become watery and the filling can separate.

FAQs:

Can I make the lettuce wraps with frozen lettuce?

  • No, fresh lettuce works best because frozen lettuce can be too mushy and may not withstand the filling.

Which protein type is suitable for the wrap filling?

  • Cooked chicken, tofu, beef, beans, and legumes can be used as the filling’s protein source.

How can I better the lettuce wrap’s aesthetic appeal?

  • You can add sliced cucumbers, carrots, and fresh herbs like mint or basil as a garnish to enhance the wrap’s visual attractiveness.

Nutritional Facts/Serving:

Per Serving One lettuce wrap
Total servings per recipe 4
Total Calories 235 kcal
Carbohydrates 8 g
Protein 25 g
Total fat 12 g
Sugar 2 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Sodium 930 mg
Iron 2 mg