Summer-Fresh Shrimp Thai Lettuce Appetizers Recipe

Name: Summer-Fresh Shrimp Thai Lettuce Appetizers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled, deveined; 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil; 2 limes: reserve juice and zest; 4 tablespoons sweet thai chili sauce OR siracha, depending on taste; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 1/2 cup rice vinegar; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 1.5 cups chopped fresh cilantro; 2 teaspoons lime zest; 1-2 head butter lettuce; 1.5 cups fresh chopped (chunks) pineapple; 2 tablespoons raw sugar; 1 cup crushed roasted peanuts (unsalted)

Servings: persons

1.5 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled, deveined
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
2 limes: reserve juice and zest
4 tablespoons sweet thai chili sauce OR siracha, depending on taste
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1/2 cup rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1.5 cups chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons lime zest
1-2 head butter lettuce
1.5 cups fresh chopped (chunks) pineapple
2 tablespoons raw sugar
1 cup crushed roasted peanuts (unsalted)

1
Heat grapeseed oil in large skillet over medium heat. Saute shrimp about 1-2 minutes each side, until just pink.
2
Set shrimp aside and let cool
3
Whisk together lime juice, sugar, chili sauce, fish sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil. Pour 1/2 mixture over shrimp. Stir and let shrimp chill in fridge for at least 30 minutes.
4
Stir the rest of the lime mixture in with cilantro, peanuts, lime zest, and crushed red pepper flakes.
5
When ready to service, tear palm sized leaves off of lettuce head. Place a large spoonful of pineapple in center of each wrap. Then add 1-2 pieces of marinated cold shrimp.
6
Pour the remaining thai sauce (with peanuts and cilantro and zest) over the top of the lettuce leaves.
7
Serve those hungry guests!

520

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1.5 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled, deveined, 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, 2 limes: reserve juice and zest, 4 tablespoons sweet thai chili sauce OR siracha, depending on taste, and more.

Yes, Summer-Fresh Shrimp Thai Lettuce Appetizers 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.

Summer-Fresh Shrimp Thai Lettuce Appetizers

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