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Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

Delicious and spicy shrimp served in crisp lettuce leaves, perfect for a light, flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.33 cup hot sauce
  • 12 leaves romaine or butter lettuce leaves for serving
  • 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 ribs celery, sliced thin
  • 0.5 cup light blue cheese or ranch dressing homemade or jarred
  • 0.25 cup chopped chives optional garnish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add shrimp and garlic. Cook, flipping halfway, until shrimp turn pink and are opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from heat and toss with hot sauce.
  2. Assemble lettuce wraps: Place about 1 tablespoon of cooked shrimp in the center of each lettuce leaf. Top with red onion, celery, and chopped chives. Drizzle with blue cheese or ranch dressing before serving.

Notes

Perfect for a quick and healthy appetizer or light meal. Adjust spice level by modifying hot sauce quantity.