Cilantro Lime Shrimp Wraps Recipe
Cilantro Lime Shrimp Wraps are a vibrant and refreshing meal packed with zesty lime, savory garlic, and aromatic cilantro. Juicy shrimp are quickly seared to perfection, then nestled in crisp romaine leaves or warm tortillas. A drizzle of Cilantro Garlic Sauce and green onions adds the perfect finishing touch.
Equipment
- Small mixing bowl
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Large skillet
- Tongs or spatula
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 lbs shrimp peeled, deveined and tails removed
- rice or flour tortillas for serving Optional
- 1 tsp cumin
- Garlic cilantro sauce for serving
- ¼ tsp salt more to taste
- 5 cloves garlic finely minced or microplaned
- 1 head Romaine lettuce for wraps
- ¼ tsp black pepper more to taste
- ¼ cup lime juice about 2 limes
- ⅓ cup cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- In a large bowl, combine shrimp with the mixture, tossing to coat evenly.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the shrimp and sauce, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until just pink.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro.
- Serve the shrimp in romaine lettuce leaves or warm tortillas, topped with green onions and a generous drizzle of Cilantro Garlic Sauce.
- Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the shrimp marinate for 15 minutes before cooking.
- Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- Add avocado slices or crumbled cotija cheese for a creamy contrast.