Why are PF Chang's lettuce wraps so high in carbs?

Why Are PF Changs Lettuce Wraps So High in Carbs? Sugar. Many of the ingredients are loaded in sugar. The main culprit is hoisin sauce .

What are PF Chang's lettuce wraps made of?

Juicy chicken, shiitake mushrooms, and water chestnuts combined in a killer Chinese sauce, nestled in a lettuce leaf and garnished with fried rice noodles .

Is butter lettuce keto-friendly?

Organic Living Butter lettuce Big, sweet, tender leaves that are perfect for topping a burger, wrapping a keto-friendly snack, or simply tearing up into your bowl for an extra texture in your favorite family salad.

Are lettuce wraps healthy for weight loss?

Wraps are a simple and easy lunch option that have the potential to be super healthy. Making your own wrap ensures that you control the ingredients and create a diet-friendly meal that you can feel good about eating. Swapping a carb-heavy tortilla with lettuce is a great way to save on calories and carbs .

Are keto buns actually keto?

What it comes down to is asking yourself, “Does this product's nutritional value and net carbs fit my keto diet?” So, yes, keto bread is keto and there are true keto breads out there worth eating (check out Sporked's list of the best tasting keto bread to buy).

What is lazy keto menu?

A lazy keto diet consists of low-carb foods like meat, fish, full-fat dairy and non-starchy vegetables, but limits high-carb foods such as bread, potatoes, sugary snacks and some fruits . If you've tried the keto before and found it too tedious, lazy keto could be a good compromise.

What is the best lettuce for a lettuce wrap?

You can use any type of green leafy lettuce for lettuce wraps, but popular types of lettuce include Boston bib lettuce and romaine hearts . Cabbage leaves or jicima wraps would also work great.

Does a wrap have less carbs than a bun?

Wraps contain more carbohydrates but also contain more fiber. One slice of whole-wheat bread and one whole-wheat wrap also contain a similar protein content and contain the same amount of fat. As long as you are choosing whole-grain options, whichever you prefer to eat is what you should choose.

What kind of oil does PF Chang's use?

As a bastion of Asian fusion cuisine, PF Chang's offers a tantalizing array of dishes that dance on the palate. However, for those who prioritize health alongside flavor, the widespread use of soybean oil serves as a caveat.

Does PF Chang's use oyster sauce?

P.F. Chang's Pork Dumplings are not gluten-free. What ingredients are in Pork Dumplings? Pork, cabbage, ginger, scallion, sugar, chives, oyster sauce , and soy sauce.

Are lettuce wraps healthier than bread?

Lettuce wraps are much lower in calories than bread , and they are very fresh. Corn Tortillas → Corn tortillas tend to be cleaner than regular bread. You can even use a tortilla to replace a pizza crust which is much lighter option.

Why do wraps have more carbs than bread?

Typically wraps will have more calories and carbs than a regular slice of bread, because wraps are more condensed ." You could argue that some wraps—like Mission, which clocks in at 210 calories—have less calories than two slices of bread, which typically hover between 160 to 240 calories total.

How many carbs are in lettuce wraps?

Garden Life Lettuce Wraps (6 leaves) contains 3g total carbs , 2g net carbs, 0g fat, 1g protein, and 15 calories.

How many carbs are in PF Chang's spring rolls?

Pf Chang's Spring Rolls (2 rolls) contains 32g total carbs , 31g net carbs, 10g fat, 9g protein, and 250 calories.

PF Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps - Keto Copycat Recipe (2024)

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Published on June 26, 2020 in Appetizers, Dinner, Keto Recipes

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Why go out to a restaurant when you can have deliciousPF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps made at home, any time you want! This spot-on copycat recipe is keto-friendly and ready in only 20 minutes!

Copycat Pei Wei Chicken Lettuce Wraps

One of my husband’s favorite dishes from Pei Wei is the chicken lettuce wraps. If you’re a fan of PF Chang’s then you might recognize them too! That’s because the two restaurants used to be owned by the same company and still have a lot of similar items on their menus.

This is a dish that is brilliant in its simplicity — I have no idea how they get THAT much flavor out of such a short ingredients list!

If you’ve tried either version of these Asian lettuce wraps, then you know what I mean! If you haven’t tried them yet, I promise you will LOVE them! And even better because these are low carb lettuce cups so they’re totally guilt-free!

Related: Click here for more of our favorite Keto Copycat Recipes!

Are PF Chang’s Lettuce Wraps Keto?

Despite the fact that there are no visible carbs, such as rice, PF Chang’s Lettuce Wraps are definitely not a low carb dish! That’s because the sauce the meat is cooked in contains hoisin sauce, which is relatively high in sugar. (And there could be added sugar too, but I can’t confirm that).

The good news is that it’s pretty easy to make a keto-friendly version of the famous PF Chang’s lettuce cups with a few simple swaps!

Why I Love This Recipe:

A spot-on copycat of PF Chang’s famous lettuce wraps and Pei Wei chicken lettuce wraps!
Only 3g net carbs and no added sugar!
Ready in just 20 minutes — a one pot meal!

For your convenience in re-creating our keto Asian lettuce wraps at home, we’ve included shop-able ad links to some of the products and supplies used. Read our disclosure policyhere.

You’ll Need:

Cooking oil — Olive oil, avocado oil, or coconut oil will all work well with this recipe
Ground chicken — You don’t have to get lean ground chicken…remember, fat is our friend on keto!
Minced garlic
Diced onion
Soy sauce — You can also substitute withCoconut aminos*, which are gluten free!
Rice wine vinegar
Freshly grated ginger — If you don’t have fresh ginger you can use ½ teaspoon ground ginger.
Sriracha — optional, if you like your lettuce cups spicy!
Green onions — for garnish
Butter lettuce leaves — for serving

Kitchen Supplies Used:

Medium or Large skillet(I can’t get over how pretty this turquoise skillet is!)

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How to MakePF Chang’s Lettuce Wraps Keto Friendly

One of the great things about this recipe is that it truly is a one-pot meal! All you need is one medium or large sauté pan — you’ll cook everything in this pan! That makes clean up a breeze!

There’s a printable copy of the full ingredients list and recipe directions available at the bottom of the post!

How to Make a Low Carb Version of PF Chang’s Lettuce Wraps Sauce

PF Chang’s lettuce wraps sauce is a crave-worthy combination of sweet, salty, and umami — that special “it factor” when it comes to Asian style dishes!

To make our PF Chang’s/Pei Wei lettuce wraps sauce keto friendly, we nixed the Hoisin sauce. Soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, garlic and ginger create that delicious flavor, without all the carbs. It sounds so simple, but it works!

TIP: If you want to mimic the taste of a sweet soy sauce, add a pinch of your favorite keto friendly sweetener during the cooking process. Just a pinch is plenty! We loveLakanto brandMonk fruit sweetener — if you shop throughmy linkand use code “SOCCERMOM” you can save 15% every time you purchase!

We used butter lettuce for our lettuce cups, but you can use any large leaf lettuce that you like!

Keto PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe:

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PF Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps - Keto Copycat Recipe

Why go out to a restaurant when you can have delicious Copycat PF Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps made at home, any time you want!

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time5 mins

Total Time20 mins

Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Main Dish

Cuisine: Asian, Keto

Keyword: copycat, lettuce wraps, Pei Wei Lettuce Wraps

Servings: 4

Calories: 218kcal

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
1 pound ground chicken
2 cloves garlic minced
1 onion diced
¼ cup soy sauce
1 Tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 Tablespoon freshly grated ginger or ½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 Tablespoon Sriracha optional
Green onions garnish
Butter lettuce leaves for serving

Instructions

Heat your cooking oil in a sauté pan over medium-high heat.
When pan is hot, add ground chicken and cook until browned (about 3-5 minutes).
Drain excess grease from pan.
Add garlic, onion, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, ginger, and Sriracha (if using) and cook until onions soften (about 4-5 minutes).
Serve with butter lettuce and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
See Also
Easy Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Recipe

Notes

Note: Nutrition information is a rough estimate only; actual values will vary based on the exact ingredients used and amount of recipe prepared.

Net Carbs: 3g per serving

Nutrition

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4 Comments

Beth Haltom
September 13, 2021 at 11:29 am ·Reply

cant wiat to try this for dinner tonight
1 love PF Changs lettuce wraps and have missed them since starting Keto.
how many is a serving?
thanks for the recipe!
- Stacey
  October 25, 2021 at 12:36 pm ·Reply
  
  Hi Beth, I estimated that a pound of meat would make about 4 servings. The number of lettuce cups would depend on how much filling you put in each one.
Shellie
January 9, 2024 at 4:06 pm ·Reply

I made these today- they are quick and delicious! Thank you! ☺️
- Stacey
  February 25, 2024 at 6:08 pm ·Reply
  
  So glad you enjoyed this recipe! Thank you for letting me know!

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