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Cilantro Lime Shrimp Wraps

Cultural Context

Cilantro Lime Shrimp Wraps are a vibrant dish rooted in Mexican cuisine, often enjoyed in coastal regions where fresh seafood is abundant. This dish celebrates the bright flavors of lime and cilantro, which complement the shrimp beautifully. In modern times, these wraps have gained popularity in the United States as a fresh, healthy lunch option, often featured in casual dining and food trucks.

MexicanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup romaine lettuce
1 lb shrimp
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
3 cloves minced garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup guacamole

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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1

Start by preparing the ingredients: wash and weigh the romaine lettuce, and set aside.

2

Clean the shrimp, remove the tails, and cut them in half for easier wrapping.

3

Chop tomatoes and fresh cilantro into small pieces.

4

In a bowl, combine the shrimp with minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, lime juice, and olive oil. Mix well to ensure the garlic is evenly distributed.

5

Add chopped cilantro to the shrimp mixture and combine again, being careful not to wilt the cilantro too much.

6

Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.

7

Add the shrimp mixture to the skillet, including all the juices, and cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp is completely cooked and looks beautiful.

8

Assemble the wraps by placing shrimp and some of the cooking liquid onto a piece of romaine lettuce.

9

Add chopped tomatoes and guacamole on top of the shrimp in the lettuce wrap.

10

Finish assembling all wraps and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

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