Shrimp & Slaw Lettuce Wraps

Number of Servings: 
4
Ingredient: 
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons lite soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
One 16-ounce bag broccoli slaw
1 pound small cooked shrimp, fresh or frozen, thawed
1/2 cup water
8 Boston Bibb or iceberg lettuce leaves, washed and dried
1/3 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
Nutrition Information: 

310 calories;
11g fat (1.5g saturated)
720mg sodium
23g carbohydrates
6g fiber
30g protein
110% vitamin A
150% vitamin C
25% iron

Instructions: 

Whisk together the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, garlic powder and ginger until well blended. Set aside. Place a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli slaw and water and cook, stirring frequently until tender, about 6 minutes. Add the shrimp and the sauce (rewhisk if necessary) and stir constantly until heated through and thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Divide the shrimp mixture evenly among the lettuce leaves, top with peanuts, roll up, and serve.

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  • I am finally convinced that the cholesterol found in shrimp isn’t going to raise my blood cholesterol and may actually decrease my risk of heart disease.  Are there any other nutrients found in shrimp that can make me healthier?
    Happy Holidays!
    Ralph C.

We already know that shrimp is low in fat and calories. But if you are concerned about cholesterol, there is good news. You do not have to give up shrimp! Research shows and dietitians concur that the high percentage of "good fats" in shrimp reduces the impact of cholesterol. So enjoy shrimp as part of a balanced - and delicious - diet.