Thai-Style Chicken Larb Lettuce Cups

Larb is built to be tossed together in minutes — ground chicken cooked plain in a dry pan, then pulled off the heat and mixed with lime juice, fish sauce, chili flakes, and a generous handful of fresh mint and cilantro. Toasted rice powder adds a little nutty crunch without needing anything fried.

Spooned into lettuce leaves instead of served over rice, this dish keeps carbohydrate to a minimum while protein stays high, which is exactly why it fits a blood-sugar-conscious pattern — it's a genuinely satisfying, herb-forward lunch that doesn't rely on starch to feel complete. Sliced cucumber on the side adds a cool, crisp contrast to the chili heat.

Toasted rice powder is worth making from scratch if you can't find it ready-made — just toast raw rice in a dry pan until golden, then grind it — since it's what gives larb its signature texture and a little extra bite.