Caribbean Wraps
Caribbean wraps are a vibrant main course featuring marinated steamed chicken breast, crisp iceberg lettuce, ripe tomatoes and onions in warm tortillas. The Thermomix grinds coriander seeds and oregano fresh for maximum aroma, mixes the soy-lemon marinade and steams the chicken gently in the Varoma, giving juicy results with minimal effort.
About this recipe
Caribbean wraps Thermomix TM7 style bring a sunny, tropical twist to your quick weeknight dinner rotation. This recipe pairs skinless chicken breast with a bold marinade of soy sauce, lemon juice, smoked paprika and freshly ground coriander seeds, then tucks the steamed, juicy meat into tortillas with crisp iceberg lettuce, sweet tomatoes and sharp onions. What makes this dish shine in the all-in-one kitchen machine is the layering of flavour: the TM7 grinds the whole coriander seeds and dried oregano moments before use, releasing an aroma that pre-ground spices simply cannot match. The marinade is blended to a uniform consistency in seconds, coating every piece of chicken evenly, while gentle steaming in the Varoma keeps the breast fillets tender and moist rather than dry. Whether you are cooking for hungry children after school, meal-prepping lunches for the week or hosting a casual summer gathering, these wraps deliver restaurant-quality results with remarkably little hands-on work. The contrast of warm, smoky chicken and cool, crunchy salad makes every bite exciting, and the whole preparation fits effortlessly into a busy evening.
Preparation tips
- Cut the chicken breast fillets into even strips before marinating so the soy, lemon and smoked paprika penetrate every piece and the Varoma steams them uniformly tender.
- Warm the tortillas briefly in a dry pan while the chicken rests; the heat softens them just enough to roll without cracking around the juicy filling and crisp lettuce.
- Slice the onions paper-thin and dice the tomatoes small, then toss them with a squeeze of lemon juice so the fresh topping balances the smoky, spiced chicken beautifully.
Recipe variations
- Make a vegetarian version by replacing the chicken breast with firm tofu or halloumi steamed in the Varoma with the same coriander, oregano and smoked paprika marinade for a smoky plant-based wrap.
- For a festive Caribbean spread, add steamed pineapple rings and a dollop of homemade garlic yogurt sauce, and swap the iceberg for crunchy slaw to turn the wraps into colourful party finger food.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Grinding whole coriander seeds and oregano moments before use, the Thermomix releases far more aroma than any pre-ground spice blend.
- Steaming the marinated chicken breast gently in the Varoma keeps the meat succulent and juicy without any added fat.
- Mixing the soy sauce, lemon juice and smoked paprika in seconds, the TM7 creates a marinade that coats every strip of chicken evenly.
- Weighing the olive oil and soy sauce directly into the bowl saves dirtying extra measuring cups and guarantees a well-balanced marinade.
- Chopping the onions in seconds without tears gives the wrap topping a fine, even texture that blends neatly with the diced tomatoes.
Ingredients
- dried oregano
- coriander seeds
- onions
- tomatoes
- smoked paprika
- garlic cloves
- fresh root ginger
- dried thyme
- fresh chillies
- olive oil