Get ready to transform your meal time with these irresistible Honey Sesame Chickpea Lettuce Wraps that combine crispy, sweet, and savory flavors in one incredible dish! In just 20 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-worthy meal that's not only incredibly delicious but also packed with protein and bursting with Asian-inspired taste. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or an impressive appetizer, these lettuce wraps are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 head of lettuce, leaves separated
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by draining and rinsing the chickpeas thoroughly in a colander. Pat them dry with paper towels to ensure maximum crispiness during cooking.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil until well combined, creating a smooth glaze for the chickpeas.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the drained chickpeas to the dry pan and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to become golden and crispy.
- Pour the honey-sesame glaze over the chickpeas and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly to ensure even coating and prevent burning.
- Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle sesame seeds over the glazed chickpeas, tossing to distribute evenly.
- Carefully separate and wash the lettuce leaves, patting them dry with clean kitchen towels to create crisp wrap bases.
- Arrange the lettuce leaves on a serving platter and spoon the warm, glazed chickpeas into each leaf.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while the chickpeas are still warm and crispy, allowing guests to roll or fold their own lettuce wraps.
Tips
- Crispy Chickpea Secret: Make sure to thoroughly pat your chickpeas dry before cooking. Excess moisture prevents them from getting that perfect golden crunch.
- Heat Management: Use a non-stick skillet and medium-high heat to achieve that ideal crispy exterior without burning the chickpeas.
- Glaze Technique: Stir constantly when adding the honey-sesame glaze to ensure even coating and prevent burning.
- Lettuce Selection: Choose crisp, large lettuce leaves like butter lettuce or romaine hearts for the best wrap experience.
- Serve Immediately: These wraps are best enjoyed right away while the chickpeas are still warm and crispy.
- Customization Tip: Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if you want a spicy kick, or some sliced cucumber for extra freshness.
- Make-Ahead Option: You can prepare the chickpeas ahead of time and reheat quickly before serving to save time.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
