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Chicken Larb

Delicious Chicken Larb in Lettuce Cups Ready in 30 Minutes

Chicken Larb is a vibrant, low-carb meat salad served in lettuce cups, ready in under 30 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice or glutinous/sweet rice
For the Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil any neutral oil
  • 2 medium shallots or red onions
  • 1 pound ground chicken can substitute with pork, beef, lamb, duck, or mushrooms
For the Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon sugar optional
  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce or soy sauce for vegetarian option
  • 1 large lime juice only
  • 2-3 pieces Thai bird chilies reduce for milder spice
  • 2 stalks scallions sliced
For the Freshness
  • 1 bunch cilantro or parsley
  • 1 bunch fresh mint or basil
For Serving
  • 1 head butter lettuce, Bibb, or Boston lettuce other varieties can be used

Equipment

  • skillet
  • wok
  • blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Larb
  1. Toast the rice in a dry skillet over low heat for about 10 minutes until golden and aromatic. Grind into a coarse powder and set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok. Add half of the sliced shallots and fry until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain excess oil.
  3. Add 1 pound of ground chicken to the wok and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until browned. Stir in 1 teaspoon of sugar, 3 tablespoons of fish sauce, and juice of 1 lime.
  4. Lower the heat and mix in the toasted rice powder, 2-3 chopped chilies, remaining shallots, 2 sliced scallions, chopped cilantro, and mint. Stir-fry for an additional minute.
  5. Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm or at room temperature in lettuce cups.
  6. Scoop Chicken Larb into lettuce cups, garnish with crispy shallots, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh herbs and properly toast the rice. Adjust spice levels according to preference.

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