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Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

A delicious recipe for healthy & Low Carb Shrimp Lettuce Wraps. So easy to make and ready in about 20 minutes. Say goodbye to take-out! 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 1 -3/4 cups
Calories: 269 kcal
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 1 head butter lettuce or romain lettuce hearts
  • ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • ½ tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon Asian sesame oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Chili garlic sauce
  • ½ tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon canola or avocado oil divided
  • 30 grams cashews little less than ¼ cup, coarsely chopped
  • 6 oz Shrimp deveined & cut into small cubes
  • 1 large garlic clove minced
  • 1/2 large red bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 3 green onions the white and green parts, sliced
  • ⅛ cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 carrot shredded or cut into thin strips.

Instructions

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  1. Divide the lettuce into leaves and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chili garlic sauce, and cornstarch. Set aside.
  3. In a medium skillet, heat ½ tablespoon canola or avocado oil over medium-high heat until almost smoking.
  4. Add the shrimp and stir-fry until browned. About 2 minutes. Transfer the shrimp to a plate and discard any juices from the pan.
  5. In the same skillet, heat the other ½ tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat.
  6. Add the garlic, bell pepper, green onions, and carrots.
  7. Stir fry until tender-crisp, about 2 minutes.
  8. Return the shrimp to the pan and add the cashews and cilantro. Add the soy-sauce mixture and stir-fry until the shrimp is throughly cooked. About 3 minutes.
  9. Spoon the shrimp mixture evenly onto lettuce leaves.  

Notes

  • 1) If you don't have a wok, use a cast iron skillet since they heat more evenly than a regular skillet. 
  • 2) Make sure not to overcook the shrimp as it can turn rubbery. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 269kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 131mg (44%) Sodium 753mg (31%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 7g (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1-3/4 cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 269

% Daily Value*

Calories 269kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 26g 52%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 131mg 44%
Sodium 753mg 31%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 7g 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.