ASIAN CHICKPEA LETTUCE WRAPS
A few months back I posted this recipe for Spicy Basil Lettuce Chicken Wraps. Made with PF Chang's lettuce wraps in mind, I created the aformentioned recipe as a healthier alternative. PF Chang's version is laden with calories, carbohydrates (22% of your daily recommended value) and unhealthy fats (15% of your daily recommended saturated fat allocation). As an aside, check out LiveStrong.com for more nutritional facts about Pf Chang's lettuce wraps and other restaurant food reviews. Having not made this in months, my desire to eat an almost entirely meat based dish has gone straight out the window. Whipping up a vegetarian version seemed like the only logical solution. When in doubt, substitute beans for chicken. Which type of beans just depends on the taste you are going for. Chickpeas pack the perfect punch for the vegetarian version of this recipe. They can be broken down into a semi-ground state perfectly and they soak up the asian flavors of this dish, not missing a single beat i
Provided by simplefoodhealthyli
Categories Beans
Time 15m
Yield 6-8 lettuce wraps, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Drain and rinse both cans of chickpeas.
- Place chickpeas in a food processor and puree in 5-10 second increments. You do not want to turn the chickpeas into a mash, you simply want to grind them into pieces.
- Add 1 tbsp of olive oil to a pan and heat.
- Add the chickpeas and let cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, continuously stirring so as not to burn.
- Add remaining ingredients, except basil, and stir. Cook over low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occassionally.
- If using basil leaves, add them and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring the basil in and allowing it to wilt.
- Wash lettuce leaves and pat dry.
- Spoon a healthy serving of chickpea mixture onto lettuce wraps and serve immediately. Drizzle with sirachi sauce if desired.
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Jessica Lewis
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my lettuce wraps turned out really soggy. I think I might have added too much sauce.
Shamshul Islam
[email protected]These lettuce wraps were a great way to use up some leftover chicken. They were quick and easy to make, and they were really tasty.
XGNAntraxAx Cordova
[email protected]I loved the combination of flavors in these lettuce wraps. The sweet and sour sauce was perfect with the savory filling.
Nahal Sorkar
[email protected]These lettuce wraps were easy to make and they tasted great! I will definitely be making them again.
MPR Vlog Makwanpur
[email protected]I had some trouble finding all of the ingredients for this recipe, but it was worth the effort. These lettuce wraps were amazing!
Mama_Steve_Harrington
[email protected]These lettuce wraps were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more spices next time.
Aaliyah Smith
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lettuce wraps, but these were really good! The filling was flavorful and the lettuce cups were nice and crispy.
Md Miza
[email protected]These lettuce wraps are delicious! The flavors are amazing and the lettuce cups hold everything together perfectly.
Sarmad Lak
[email protected]I love these lettuce wraps! They're so healthy and flavorful. I've made them several times and they're always a hit.
MD Rashdul islam
[email protected]These lettuce wraps were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again.