Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients
- ½ pound fresh shrimp
- ½ pound White Button Mushrooms)
sliced (about 225 grams
- ½ medium red onion
- 3 stalks celery
finely chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper
- 1 small yellow bell pepper
- cherry tomatoes
optional
- bunch romaine lettuce
- olive oil
- to tastesalt and ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Spanish paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
optional
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- to tastesalt and ground black pepper
Directions
- 1
Wash shrimp with cold running water, remove shell and tail then devein. Wash lettuce with cold water, shake off excess water and set on towel to dry.
- 2
Mix together Cajun seasoning - onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme, ground oregano, dried basil, ground cumin, cayenne powder, spanish paprika and red pepper flakes (if using).
- 3
Season shrimp and mushrooms with 3/4 of the cajun mixture plus salt and black pepper. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes.
- 4
Mix Cajun dressing. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream and cajun seasoning plus salt and black pepper. Set aside.
- 5
In a greased skillet, sauté onions for one minute. Add shrimp and cook for one minute on one side at medium heat then flip on the other side and cook for 2 minutes at low heat. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 6
In the same skillet, brown mushrooms. Add celery and bell pepper. Sprinkle with remaining cajun seasoning and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes.
- 7
Return shrimp on top and allow to heat up for 30 seconds without mixing.
- 8
Arrange lettuce on a platter. Spoon mushroom mixture onto each lettuce and top with shrimp. Drizzle with cajun dressing. Add some cherry tomatoes to make this shrimp lettuce wrap even more colorful. Enjoy!
Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
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About this Recipe
Craving a light, flavorful meal that's perfect for warmer weather and fits your low-carb lifestyle? These Cajun shrimp lettuce wraps deliver vibrant taste with a creamy sauce, making for a truly satisfying keto meal.
What makes this dish so special is the harmonious blend of spicy Cajun-seasoned shrimp with a bright, fresh vegetable medley, all brought together by a rich, tangy cream sauce. It's a simple, yet elegant solution for a satisfying low-carb and keto-friendly meal that doesn't skimp on flavor.
Prepare for a delightful burst of flavors and textures in every bite. You'll experience succulent shrimp, perfectly seasoned with a robust Cajun spice blend, nestled alongside crisp romaine lettuce and a refreshing mix of red onion, celery, green bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper. The creamy dressing ties everything together, offering a cool and tangy contrast to the subtly spicy shrimp. This dish is designed for simplicity, with a prep time of 25 minutes and a mere 5 minutes of cooking, making it a fantastic choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend lunch.
While shrimp is the star, you could easily substitute with diced chicken or firm tofu for a different protein, though this would change the carb count. Feel free to adjust the cayenne powder and red pepper flakes to suit your preferred spice level. For an extra pop of color and sweetness, don't skip the optional cherry tomatoes. Don't have white button mushrooms? Other quick-cooking fungi like cremini would also work well.
These Cajun shrimp lettuce wraps are an ideal choice for a casual lunch or a light dinner, especially when the weather calls for something fresh. Serve them piled high on crisp romaine leaves for an inviting and interactive meal.