Description
Spicy Mango Shrimp Lettuce Wraps are a delightful blend of flavors and textures, combining sweet mango with spicy shrimp for a refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 head of butter or romaine lettuce, leaves separated
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Let it marinate for about 15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl, combine diced mango, chopped red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix gently and season with salt.
- Take a lettuce leaf, place a few pieces of cooked shrimp in the center, top with mango salsa and a slice of avocado.
- Roll the lettuce leaf around the filling to create a wrap. Serve immediately with lime wedges and cilantro.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, swap shrimp with grilled tofu or chickpeas.
- If allergic to mango, use diced pineapple instead.
- For a milder flavor, reduce chili flakes or use sweet paprika.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to two days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Spicy Mango Shrimp, Lettuce Wraps, Summer Appetizer, Healthy Recipe