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Chili lime side stripe shrimp lettuce wraps
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Chili lime side stripe lettuce wraps

Super easy lettuce wrapped shrimp
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Light meal, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Mia Kouppa

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp canola oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 red Thai chilies, seeded and diced
  • 24 side stripe shrimp, peeled and deveined (note: if you're buying side stripe shrimp by weight, you'll need approximately 2 lb (900 grams) )
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 leaves Bibb or iceberg lettuce
  • juice from 1-2 limes

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, ginger, chilies, and shrimp. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until the shrimp have all turned opaque and are cooked through.
    2 tbsp canola oil, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced, 2 red Thai chilies, seeded and diced, 24 side stripe shrimp, peeled and deveined (note: if you're buying side stripe shrimp by weight, you'll need approximately 2 lb (900 grams) ), kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • On a large, clean working surface, separate each lettuce leaf and lay flat. Next, divide the shrimp mixture among the leaves and squeeze some lime juice overtop. Now, wrap up the lettuce leaves and eat! Super fresh and super simple!
    8 leaves Bibb or iceberg lettuce, juice from 1-2 limes
  • Enjoy!