Grilled Shrimps Lettuce Wraps

The ultimate Shrimps wrap that is both healthy and delicious. We can never get enough of this sensational mouthwatering delicacy. It’s the perfect recipe that can be grilled stovetop or outdoor. May be served as an appetizer or entree.

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Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Entree, Lunch

Cuisine: American, Easy, Healthy

Keyword: best shrimps recipes, Easy shrimps recipes, Grilled Shrimps, stovetop grilled shrimps, Stovetop recipes

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 20

Servings: People

Calories: 174kcal

Author: Julietkitchen By Chef Yasmin

Equipment

1 cast iron grill pan Like the lodge cast iron grill pan

Ingredients

For the Shrimps

1 pound shrimps colossal black prawns. Peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves chopped if needed
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
3/4 teaspoon Chipotle pepper
2 teaspoons avocado oil for brushing the grill pan

For the Mayo Sauce

1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves minced
3 cloves garlic grated
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 1/4 teaspoon Chipotle pepper
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

Additional Ingredients:

1 - 2 fresh corn whole corn grilled and kernels removed
1 - 2 vine ripened tomatoes seeded and diced
2 ounces cotija cheese crumbled
cilantro leaves for garnish

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Instructions

Season the Shrimps:

In a medium bowl, add the shrimps. Season with the spices and extra virgin olive oil. Set aside for 15 minutes.

Make the Mayo Sauce

In a small bowl, add all the mayo sauce ingredients. Mix thoroughly to combine. Set aside.
Note: If the sauce is too thick, may add a small amount of water to thin out.

Grill the Shrimps

Heat a 10 to 12 inch grill pan using high heat.
Brush or drizzle the avocado oil to the hot pan.
Add the shrimps in a single layer. Cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until each side is charred and center is opaque. Remove and assemble the lettuce wraps.

Assemble the lettuce wraps

Use one to two lettuce leaves per wrap. Add mayo sauce, shrimps, some corn, diced tomatoes. And sprinkle with cotija cheese and cilantro leaves .
Note: I use 2 shrimps per wrap and if you prefer, you. may chop the shrimps. Enjoy.

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