Thai Peanut Turkey Lettuce Wraps (Printable)

Ground turkey in Thai peanut sauce, wrapped in lettuce with vibrant toppings for a flavorful, fuss-free fusion meal.

# Components:

→ Protein & Base

01 - 1 pound ground turkey
02 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
03 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

→ Sauce

06 - 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
07 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce (tamari for gluten-free option)
08 - 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
09 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
10 - 1 tablespoon honey
11 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
12 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
13 - 1/4 cup water

→ Vegetables & Garnishes

14 - 1 large head butter lettuce or Bibb lettuce, leaves separated
15 - 2 medium carrots, julienned
16 - 1 small red bell pepper, julienned
17 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
18 - 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
19 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
20 - Lime wedges, for serving

# Method:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and water until smooth. Set aside.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5 to 6 minutes.
05 - Pour the prepared peanut sauce over the turkey mixture. Stir well and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.
06 - Spoon the warm turkey mixture into individual lettuce leaves.
07 - Top each wrap with carrots, red bell pepper, cilantro, peanuts, and green onions. Squeeze fresh lime wedges over before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses lean ground turkey making it a lighter choice
  • Creamy peanut sauce made with everyday pantry items
  • Fresh, crisp toppings for plenty of texture and color
  • Ready in just over 30 minutes with simple prep and cook time
  • Versatile for different diets including dairy free and can easily be made gluten free
02 -
  • High in protein for long lasting energy
  • Nutrient dense lettuce and veggie toppings bring crunch and color
  • Easily adapts for gluten free or vegetarian needs
  • Peanut sauce can be tailored from mild to spicy
03 -
  • Toast the chopped peanuts briefly in a dry pan for extra flavor and crunch
  • Make the peanut sauce up to a day ahead for even faster dinner prep
  • If your lettuce leaves are small or tender, use two overlapped per wrap for more support

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