Thai Mango Cabbage Wraps (Printable)
Crisp cabbage leaves stuffed with fresh mango, vegetables, and creamy peanut dressing
# What You'll Need:
→ Fresh Vegetables and Fruit
01 - 1 small head green or red cabbage, 8 large leaves removed and stems trimmed
02 - 1 large ripe mango, peeled and cut into thin strips
03 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
04 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
05 - 1 small cucumber, julienned
→ Fresh Herbs and Garnish
06 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
07 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
08 - 2 tablespoons toasted peanuts, roughly chopped
→ Creamy Peanut Sauce
09 - 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
11 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
12 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
13 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
14 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
15 - 2-3 tablespoons warm water
# How To Make It:
01 - Carefully remove 8 large outer leaves from the cabbage head. Trim the thick white stem end to make leaves pliable. Rinse thoroughly under cold water and pat completely dry with paper towels.
02 - Peel the mango and cut into thin, even strips about 3 inches long. Julienne the carrot and cucumber into matchstick pieces. Thinly slice the red bell pepper into strips. Place all prepared vegetables and the mango together in a large mixing bowl.
03 - Add the fresh cilantro and mint leaves to the bowl with the vegetables and mango. Toss gently to combine the mixture evenly.
04 - In a separate medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce, maple syrup, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Whisk vigorously until smooth. Add 2 tablespoons of warm water and continue whisking until the sauce reaches a drizzling consistency. Add additional water 1 tablespoon at a time if needed.
05 - Arrange the prepared cabbage leaves on a large platter or clean work surface. Spoon a generous portion of the vegetable-mango mixture into the center of each leaf, leaving about 1 inch of space at the edges.
06 - Drizzle each wrap with the peanut sauce and sprinkle with chopped toasted peanuts. Fold the sides of each cabbage leaf over the filling and roll tightly from the stem end. Serve immediately while vegetables are crisp.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Everything can be prepped ahead and assembled in minutes
- The sweet mango and tangy peanut sauce create magic together
02 -
- Cabbage leaves tear more easily than you might expect, handle them gently
- The sauce thickens as it sits so add water right before serving
03 -
- Toast your peanuts in a dry pan for extra depth
- A vegetable peeler makes quick work of mango strips