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Healthy Bang Bang Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

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A quick, light, and flavorful meal featuring shrimp tossed in a tangy bang bang sauce, served in crisp romaine lettuce leaves. Perfect for a healthy, low-carb dinner or lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught if possible)
  • 1 large head romaine lettuce, separated into whole leaves
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional garnishes: chopped cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, thinly sliced red chili

Instructions

  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper. (5 minutes)
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, and minced garlic until smooth and creamy. Adjust sriracha to preferred spice level. (5 minutes)
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2-3 minutes on one side until pink and opaque, then flip and cook another 2 minutes. Avoid overcrowding. (6 minutes)
  4. Transfer cooked shrimp to the bowl with bang bang sauce and gently toss to coat evenly. Add a teaspoon of water or more rice vinegar if sauce is too thick. (2 minutes)
  5. Rinse and dry romaine leaves thoroughly. Lay them out on a serving platter. (3 minutes)
  6. Spoon shrimp onto each lettuce leaf. Top with sliced green onions and optional garnishes like cilantro or sesame seeds. (5 minutes)
  7. Serve immediately to maintain crispness and fresh flavors. Optionally serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Adjust sriracha gradually to control spice. Dry lettuce leaves well to prevent sogginess. Sauce can be made ahead and tastes better after chilling overnight. For dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt or vegan mayo. For gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.

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