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Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

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A quick, no-cook recipe featuring crispy pre-cooked shrimp coated in a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce, served in fresh Bibb lettuce wraps for a light and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pre-cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 head Bibb or butter lettuce, leaves separated and washed
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 small carrot, julienned

Instructions

  1. Pat the pre-cooked shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure a good crisp texture.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice to make the bang bang sauce. Adjust spice level as desired.
  3. In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add mayonnaise and toss gently to coat evenly. Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs over shrimp and toss until lightly coated.
  4. Spread shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet or air fryer basket. Air fry at 375°F for 4-5 minutes until panko is golden and crispy. Alternatively, cook shrimp in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy.
  5. While shrimp crisp, separate and wash lettuce leaves and dry thoroughly. Chop cilantro, green onions, and julienne carrot.
  6. Assemble wraps by placing 3-4 shrimp on a lettuce leaf, drizzling with bang bang sauce, and sprinkling with cilantro, green onions, and carrot. Fold or roll and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before coating to ensure crispiness. Use mayonnaise as a binder for panko crumbs to mimic frying without oil. Avoid overcrowding shrimp when crisping. Serve immediately after assembling to prevent soggy lettuce. Sauce can be made ahead and stored up to 3 days.

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