Banchan Wraps

Banchan Wraps are a delightful fusion of traditional Korean banchan side dishes wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, perfect for a healthy midnight snack. This Paleo dish brings together vibrant flavors and textures, making it a satisfying and nutritious option.

Ingredients

• Butter lettuce leaves - 8 large
• Cooked chicken breast, shredded - 200 grams
• Kimchi - 100 grams
• Carrot, julienned - 50 grams
• Cucumber, julienned - 50 grams
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce (or coconut aminos for Paleo) - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 1 clove
• Ginger, minced - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions, chopped - 2 stalks

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken breast, kimchi, carrot, cucumber, sesame oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
2. Take a large butter lettuce leaf and place a generous spoonful of the chicken mixture in the center of the leaf.
3. Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the filling.
4. Fold the sides of the lettuce leaf over the filling and roll it up to create a wrap.
5. Repeat the process for the remaining lettuce leaves and filling.
6. Serve immediately with extra kimchi on the side if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in probiotics from kimchi, promoting gut health.

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