Sweet Thai Chili Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Overview

✨ Fresh, crunchy, and full of Thai-inspired flavor!

These lettuce wraps combine sweet, savory, and tangy elements in every bite. Ground turkey is cooked in a rich Thai chili–infused sauce, then spooned into crisp lettuce leaves with a bright, colorful salad of cucumber, radish, carrot, and quick-pickled red onion. A sprinkle of chopped peanuts adds a satisfying crunch. This is “takeout-style” freshness — ready right from your own kitchen.

Inspired by HelloFresh, this easy and vibrant dish makes a fun, shareable dinner for any night of the week.

• Serves: 6
• Prep Time: ~15 minutes
• Cook Time: ~40 minutes

Estimated Calories & Sources

Ingredient	Quantity	Calories	Source
Ground Turkey (93% lean)	30 oz (850 g)	~1,350 kcal	FatSecret
Sweet Thai Chili Sauce	3 oz (85 g)	~180 kcal	FatSecret
Rice Wine Vinegar	15 tbsp (225 ml)	~45 kcal	FatSecret
Peanuts	1.5 oz (43 g)	~250 kcal	FatSecret
Cucumber (mini)	3 (300 g)	~45 kcal	FatSecret
Radishes	9 (180 g)	~30 kcal	FatSecret
Carrots (shredded)	12 oz (340 g)	~140 kcal	FatSecret
Red Onions	3 medium (400 g)	~180 kcal	FatSecret
Olive Oil	1 tbsp (14 g)	~120 kcal	FatSecret
Lettuce	3 heads (12 oz)	~60 kcal	FatSecret
Cilantro	¾ oz (20 g)	~5 kcal	FatSecret
Ponzu Sauce + Stock Concentrates	~33 oz total	~250 kcal	Estimated (based on sodium/umami sauces and broths)

Total (approx): 2,655 kcal
Per serving (6 servings): ~440 kcal

Ingredients

Produce

• 3 red onions
• 3 mini cucumbers
• 9 radishes
• 3 limes
• ¾ oz cilantro
• 3 heads baby lettuce
• 12 oz shredded carrots

Pantry

• 1.5 oz peanuts
• 15 tbsp rice wine vinegar
• 3 oz sweet Thai chili sauce
• 16.5 oz pho stock
• 16.5 oz pork ramen stock concentrate
• 18 ml ponzu sauce
• 3 tsp garlic powder
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• Olive oil
• Salt & pepper

Protein

• 30 oz ground turkey (93% lean preferred)

Instructions

Step 1: Prep Produce

1. Wash and dry all produce.
2. Halve, peel, and thinly slice half the onion; finely chop the rest.
3. Quarter cucumbers lengthwise, then slice into quarter-moons.
4. Trim and thinly slice radishes into half-moons.
5. Roughly chop cilantro. Zest and quarter limes.
6. Separate lettuce leaves and roughly chop peanuts.

Step 2: Quick Pickle the Onion

1. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine vinegar, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tbsp water, and a pinch of salt.
2. Add sliced onion and toss to coat. Microwave for 30 seconds, then let sit to marinate.

Step 3: Make the Salad

1. To the bowl with pickled onion, add cucumber, radishes, carrots, half the cilantro, lime zest, and lime juice.
2. Season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
3. Set aside to marinate, stirring occasionally.

Step 4: Make the Sauce

1. In a small bowl, whisk together chili sauce, pho stock, pork ramen concentrate, ponzu, garlic powder, cornstarch, and ¼ cup water until smooth.

Step 5: Cook the Turkey

1. Heat a drizzle of oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat.
2. Add chopped onion and cook until softened (3–4 minutes).
3. Add turkey, season with salt, and cook until browned and mostly cooked through (3–5 minutes).
4. Stir in the sauce mixture. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened (1–2 minutes).
5. Remove from heat and stir in remaining cilantro and lime zest.

Step 6: Assemble the Wraps

1. Divide lettuce leaves between plates.
2. Fill with turkey mixture, draining excess liquid if needed.
3. Top with the marinated salad and chopped peanuts.
4. Serve with extra lime wedges and chili sauce on the side.

Notes

• Turkey is fully cooked when internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
• Swap turkey for chicken or pork if desired.
• For extra crunch, top with crispy onions or wonton strips.