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Thai Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

Thai Shrimp Lettuce Wraps: 20-Minute Flavor Explosion


  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Thai Shrimp Lettuce Wraps: Fresh, flavorful, and ready in 20 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 1 tbsp oil (neutral oil like avocado or grapeseed)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce (or vegan substitute: soy sauce + pinch of white pepper)
  • 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tsp sriracha (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of ½ lime
  • Butter lettuce or romaine leaves, washed & dried
  • ¼ cup chopped peanuts (or sunflower seeds/cashews)
  • ¼ cup shredded carrots
  • Fresh herbs: cilantro, mint, and/or Thai basil
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prep Ingredients: Peel/devein shrimp, mince garlic, chop peanuts, shred carrots, pick herbs, and wash/dry lettuce leaves. Juice the lime.
  2. Cook Shrimp: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer. Sear 1–2 minutes per side until just pink and opaque.
  3. Add Flavor: Add garlic, soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, sriracha, and lime juice. Toss shrimp in sauce for 2–3 minutes until glazed and cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest 2 minutes.
  4. Assemble Wraps: Spoon shrimp into lettuce leaves. Top with shredded carrots, fresh herbs, and chopped peanuts. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: Appetizer
    • Method: Stovetop
    • Cuisine: Thai

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 wrap
    • Calories: 150
    • Sugar: 5g
    • Sodium: 600mg
    • Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
    • Carbohydrates: 10g
    • Fiber: 2g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 150mg

    Keywords: Thai Shrimp Lettuce Wraps