Let's create a recipe for Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

[aphayes]

I have some shrimp to use, and in an attempt to go a healthier route than scampi or ever shrimp tacos, I thought I would do lettuce wraps. I started looking at recipes and realized none of them are exactly what I want, so I thought we might put together a little thinktank and create something new!

The Rules:
1. Should be simple, with most ingredients already on hand (don't want to spend 45min prepping veggies and shrimp everytime I make what I hope to be one of my new go to meals!)
2. Asian inspired... Let's turn up the heat
3. No sweet salsas to top... Many recipes used mangos. I want this to taste fresh, but not too light!
4. Mushrooms can't be a key ingredient, as I'm not a fan ;)
5. What side will you serve with your wraps?

Can't wait to hear your ideas!

[fourunder]

I don't think it should take 45 minutes to prep, but I do not see any recipes without some sort of vegetable...fresh or canned.

Fine diced or Julienne:

Water Chestnuts
Bamboo Shoots
Bean Sprouts
Snow Pea Pods
Sweet Red Pepper
Chicken Stock
Hoisin Sauce

Wonton Noodle Soup

[TorontoJo]

I'd add some chopped scallions to that list, and maybe leave out the bamboo shoots, as I think the water chestnuts will give the necessary crunch. But I may be biased because I dislike bamboo shoots. :)

[fourunder]

Have you ever had the Lettuce Wraps traditionally served during Chinese New Year's celebrations...

Dried Oysters .....or the Poor Man's version with Chopped Clams.....very good.

[Gail]

TorontoJo, you're right. Bamboo shoots bring nothing to the party. Water chestnuts, a must and maybe a* mild* Thai chili sauce to maintain the delicate shrimp taste.
Side: Avocado salsa