Description
Shrimp and Mango Lettuce Wraps are a fresh and flavorful dish combining juicy, spiced shrimp with sweet mango, crisp cucumber, and zesty lime, all wrapped in crunchy butter lettuce leaves. Perfect as a light, healthy meal for summer lunches, appetizers, or easy dinners, these wraps offer a delightful balance of textures and tropical-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Mango Mixture
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Assembly
- 8 large butter lettuce leaves
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Season the shrimp: Toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated with the spices.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes per side until they turn pink and are fully cooked through.
- Prepare the mango mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced mango, cucumber, red onion, chopped cilantro, and fresh lime juice. Stir gently to blend the flavors.
- Assemble the wraps: Lay out the butter lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Place a few cooked shrimp onto each leaf, then spoon a generous amount of the mango mixture on top.
- Serve: Serve the wraps immediately with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Notes
- Add sliced avocado to the wraps for a creamy texture and richer flavor.
- Butter lettuce is preferred for its softness and size, but romaine leaves can be substituted if needed.
- Adjust the amount of chili powder to increase or decrease the heat level according to your preference.
- Store leftover mango mixture and shrimp separately in the refrigerator for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical-Inspired
