Description
A quick, fresh, and flavorful shrimp dinner featuring a sticky sweet chili glaze, crisp lettuce, herbs, and crunchy nuts.
Ingredients
1 lb raw shrimp, thawed and peeled
1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
2/3 cup sweet chili sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
1/3 cup chopped roasted salted cashews or peanuts
Fresh mint, cilantro, or basil for garnish
Sesame seeds (optional)
Iceberg or romaine lettuce leaves for serving
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and optional sriracha. Set aside.
2. Warm the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque.
3. Pour the prepared sauce over the shrimp and stir until fully coated and warmed through.
4. Spoon the shrimp into lettuce leaves and top with chopped nuts and herbs. Add extra sriracha if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
Use gluten-free soy sauce to make this dish gluten-friendly. Adjust sriracha to taste for more or less heat. Best served immediately for the freshest texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Quick & Easy Dinners
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
