SWEET N' SPICY SHRIMP LETTUCE TACOS

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Sweet n' Spicy Shrimp Lettuce Tacos image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 heads Bibb lettuce or 1 head iceberg lettuce
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 ear corn, kernels scraped from cob or 1/2 to 3/4 cup frozen organic kernels, defrosted
Salt and pepper
Salt and pepper
2 pounds shrimp, deveined and tails removed, coarsely chopped or halved
3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 inch fresh ginger
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar, white wine vinegar or distilled vinegar
1 lime, juiced and zested
2 tablespoons agave syrup
1 to 2 tablespoons Sriracha
1 avocado, diced
1 small bunch scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish
Cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Separate the lettuce into cups and reserve.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the canola oil in a skillet and saute the corn over medium-high heat until light golden at edges. Season with salt and pepper. To the same skillet, add the shrimp and cook until the shrimp begin to turn pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger and seafood seasoning and toss 1 to 2 minutes. Add the vinegar and heads up ¿ keep your head back to avoid a sinus attack! Add in the lime zest, agave and Sriracha. Toss and remove to a serving plate.
  • Dress the avocado with the lime juice.
  • Serve the shrimp with the lettuce for taco building. Fill the lettuce with the shrimp and top with scallions, avocado and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calorie, Fat 20 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 341 milligrams, Sodium 659 milligrams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 49 grams, Sugar 11 grams

SHAK MILON
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This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and slightly spicy. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal. Thanks for sharing!


asif butt
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe!


Chahat Batool
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This was a great recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Omaet Roman
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I'm not usually a fan of shrimp, but this recipe changed my mind. The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the sauce was incredible. I'll definitely be making this again.


Keith Hunt
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I loved the combination of sweet and spicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Junior Moulounda
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect! The shrimp were cooked evenly and the sauce was so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Md Sagoe
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Just made this for dinner and it was a hit! The whole family loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up. Thanks for sharing such a great recipe.


It's_N
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Wow ? This recipe was absolutely delicious! The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. It had just the right amount of heat. I'll definitely be making this again soon ?


Stephanie Gyan
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Not bad! I enjoyed the mix of flavors, but I found the shrimp to be a bit overcooked. Next time, I'll keep a closer eye on it during cooking. Overall, a solid recipe.


martin wang
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Oh my, this recipe is a winner! The shrimp was succulent and flavorful, and the combination of sweet and spicy was spot on. I paired it with jasmine rice and it was the perfect meal. Definitely adding this to my regular rotation.