Prawn Shrimp Papaya Lettuce Wraps
Transform your weeknight dinner into a tropical delight with these vibrant Prawn Shrimp Papaya Lettuce Wraps. Packed with succulent, pan-seared prawns, juicy cubes of ripe papaya, and a crunchy medley of red bell peppers, all tucked into crisp butter lettuce leaves, this dish is as refreshing as it is satisfying. A zesty lime and fish sauce dressing, laced with a hint of honey and chili flakes, ties everything together beautifully, creating the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, these gluten-free wraps are perfect for healthy lunches, appetizers, or light dinners. Serve them straight from the skillet to enjoy their fresh, vibrant flavors at their peak!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g raw prawns or shrimp (peeled, deveined)
- 1 medium ripe papaya (cubed)
- 8 pieces butter lettuce leaves (washed and separated)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (finely diced)
- 2 tbsp cilantro leaves (chopped)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp honey
- 0.5 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Start by preparing the prawns or shrimp. Pat them dry with paper towels and season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once hot, add the prawns and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
While the shrimp cools, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, honey, and chili flakes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cubed papaya, diced red bell pepper, and chopped cilantro. Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently toss to coat.
To assemble the wraps, lay out the butter lettuce leaves on a clean surface. Place 2-3 prawns in the center of each leaf, followed by a spoonful of the papaya mixture.
Serve the lettuce wraps immediately, garnished with additional cilantro or a squeeze of lime if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
157 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.9 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 142 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 647 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 19.4 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 532 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
