Lettuce Wrapper With Shrimp Recipe

Name: Lettuce Wrapper With Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon peanut oil; 1 lb large shrimp, shelled, deveined and coarsely chopped; 2 medium celery ribs, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup); ¼ cup water chestnut, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely chopped and peeled; 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce; 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 8 large lettuce leaves; ¼ cup roasted peanuts, chopped

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 lb large shrimp, shelled, deveined and coarsely chopped
2 medium celery ribs, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
¼ cup water chestnut, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely chopped and peeled
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
8 large lettuce leaves
¼ cup roasted peanuts, chopped

1
Chop up celery, water chestnuts, garlic, ginger as specified in the ingredients.
2
In a nonstick skillet or wok, heat oil over medium-high heat until very hot.
3
Add the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes or just until they are opaque throughout, stirring constantly.
4
Transfer the shrimp to a medium bowl.
5
To the same skillet, add the celery, water chestnuts, garlic and ginger and cook for 2 minutes or until celery is tender-crisp, stirring constantly.
6
Return the shrimp to the skillet, stir in hoisin sauce, soy sauce and vinegar.
7
Cook for one minute or just until the mixture is heated through.
8
Remove the skillet from the heat.
9
Evenly divide the shrimp amongst the lettuce leaves.
10
Sprinkle with peanuts.
11
Serve immediately, can be appetizers or even a first course.

262

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon peanut oil, 1 lb large shrimp, shelled, deveined and coarsely chopped, 2 medium celery ribs, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup), ¼ cup water chestnut, chopped, and more.

Yes, Lettuce Wrapper With Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lettuce Wrapper With Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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