Shrimp Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb large raw shrimp
• 1 tbsp peanut oil
• 1 cup fresh chopped celery
• 1/3 cup sliced water chestnuts
• 1/2 cup diced orange or red bell pepper
• 1 tsp ½minced garlic
• 2 tsp fresh minced ginger root
• 1 1/2 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 1/2 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 8 Boston lettuce leaves
• 1/3 cup dry roasted unsalted peanuts
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Peel and devein shrimp.
2. In wok or large skillet, heat oil over medium.
3. Add shrimp. Stir-fry 2-3 minutes until opaque and pink. Transfer shrimp to bowl and set aside.
4. Add celery, water chestnuts, bell pepper, garlic, ginger. Stir-fry 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
5. Return shrimp to wok or skillet.
6. Add hoisin sauce, soy sauce and vinegar. Cook for 1 minute, or until heated through.
7. Divide shrimp and vegetables evenly among lettuce leaves. Sprinkle with peanuts and chopped cilantro.

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