Description
This vibrant and flavorful Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps recipe combines savory ground turkey sautéed with vegetables and Thai-inspired spices, served fresh in crisp bibb lettuce leaves. Topped with a creamy ginger tahini sauce and optional garnishes like sesame seeds and lime wedges, this dish is a healthy, low-carb meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
For the Turkey Filling
- 1 tablespoon neutral-flavored oil
- ½ medium onion, minced
- 1 carrot, julienned or grated
- 1 red bell pepper, minced
- 2 tablespoons minced ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb. ground turkey
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
- 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
- 2 tablespoons coco aminos (or soy sauce)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
For the Creamy Ginger Tahini Sauce
- 4 tablespoons tahini
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- 2 small garlic cloves, finely minced
- 3 tablespoons water (plus more to thin sauce if desired)
To Serve
- Bibb lettuce leaves
- Optional toppings: sesame seeds, lime wedges, thinly sliced red cabbage
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables: Heat the neutral-flavored oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the minced onion, julienned carrot, and minced red bell pepper. Cook for about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are darkened and sweet-smelling. Add the minced ginger and garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute to release their aromas.
- Prepare the Sauces: While the vegetables are cooking, combine the Thai red curry paste, coco aminos, honey, and fish sauce in a small bowl to create the Thai-inspired sauce. In another small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lime juice, honey, grated ginger, finely minced garlic, and 3 tablespoons of water until smooth. Add more water if you prefer a thinner consistency for the creamy ginger tahini sauce.
- Cook the Turkey: Push the cooked vegetables to one side of the pan and add the ground turkey to the empty side. Cook for about 5 minutes until the turkey is no longer pink, breaking up any large chunks with a wooden spoon. Stir the turkey into the vegetables evenly.
- Add the Thai Sauce and Green Onions: Pour the prepared Thai-inspired sauce over the turkey and vegetable mixture. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring, allowing the flavors to meld. Remove from heat and mix in the sliced green onions.
- Assemble and Serve: Spoon the Thai turkey mixture onto bibb lettuce leaves. Drizzle the creamy ginger tahini sauce over the top. Garnish with optional toppings like sesame seeds, lime wedges, and thinly sliced red cabbage as desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use bibb lettuce or any crisp leafy lettuce as a low-carb wrap alternative.
- For a spicier kick, add more Thai red curry paste or some fresh chili slices.
- The creamy ginger tahini sauce can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- To keep this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days but assemble wraps fresh to avoid sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
