Name: Gochujang Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 3 green onions, thinly sliced, white and green parts separated; 2 cloves garlic, finely minced; 1 pound fresh medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste); 1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce; 1 teaspoon honey; ½ cup julienned cucumber; ¼ cup julienned carrot; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds; 8 leaves butter lettuce, washed and dried; 1 lemon, cut into wedges, for serving

Succulent shrimp, glazed in a vibrant gochujang sauce with hints of honey and sesame, nestled in crisp butter lettuce cups. A delightful dance of sweet, spicy, and refreshing textures, perfect as a light meal or dazzling appetizer.

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In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sesame oil, white parts of the green onion, and minced garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and the garlic is softened, about 1 minute.

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Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.

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Stir in the gochujang, soy sauce, and honey. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly with the sauce. Cook for another minute, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.

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In a small bowl, combine the julienned cucumber, carrot, green parts of the green onion, and toasted sesame seeds. Mix well.

05

Step

To assemble the lettuce wraps, spoon the gochujang shrimp mixture into the butter lettuce leaves. Top with the cucumber and carrot mixture.

06

Step

Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the wraps.

For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the shrimp mixture.
If you don't have butter lettuce, romaine or iceberg lettuce will also work.
The shrimp mixture can be prepared ahead of time and reheated just before serving. Keep the cucumber mixture separate until ready to assemble.
Consider adding a dollop of mayonnaise to the wraps for some extra creaminess.

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Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 4 Ratings)

Total Reviews: (4)

Erica Dibbert
Jun 23, 2025
I added a little ginger to the sauce, and it was fantastic!
Mariela Schneider
Jun 20, 2025
I made this for a party, and everyone loved it! The lettuce wraps were a big hit.
Litzy Collins
May 23, 2025
This recipe is so easy and delicious! The gochujang sauce is amazing.
Casper Little
May 23, 2025
I love that this recipe is so adaptable. I've made it with chicken instead of shrimp, and it's just as good.

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