Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tbsp

peanut oil

1 lb

shrimp

2 unit

celery stalks

medium

0.25 cup

water chestnuts

chopped

1 clove

garlic

minced

1 tsp

fresh ginger

finely chopped peeled

1 tbsp

hoisin sauce

1 tbsp

reduced-sodium soy sauce

1 tbsp

rice vinegar

8 unit

Boston lettuce leaves

large

0.25 cup

roasted peanuts

Step 1
~2 min

Heat peanut oil in a nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Add shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until shrimp turns pink and opaque.

Step 3
~2 min

Transfer shrimp to a bowl using a slotted spoon.

Step 4
~2 min

Add celery, water chestnuts, garlic, and ginger to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring until celery is tender-crisp.

Step 5
~2 min

Return shrimp to the skillet.

Step 6
~2 min

Stir in hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and rice vinegar.

Step 7
~2 min

Cook for 1 minute, or until heated through.

Step 8
~2 min

Remove skillet from heat.

Step 9
~2 min

Divide the shrimp mixture evenly among Boston lettuce leaves.

Step 10
~2 min

Sprinkle with roasted peanuts.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use pre-cooked shrimp to save time.

Adjust the amount of hoisin sauce and soy sauce to your liking.

For extra spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The shrimp mixture can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of steamed rice or quinoa.

Pair with a light salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cucumber Salad
Edamame

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Lettuce wraps are a popular appetizer and light meal in many Asian countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Appetizer

Popularity Score

75/100

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