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Name: Chilled Napa Cabbage Shrimp Wraps with Zesty Lime Sauce
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 head Napa cabbage, leaves separated and washed; 1 medium carrot, julienned; 1/2 English cucumber, julienned; 2 scallions, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon neutral oil (like grapeseed or canola); 1 teaspoon soy sauce; Juice of 1 lime; 1 teaspoon honey (or agave); 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; Pinch of salt and black pepper

Chilled Napa Cabbage Shrimp Wraps with Zesty Lime Sauce

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These Napa cabbage wraps are the perfect answer to a steamy Texas evening—cool, crisp, and protein-packed. Inspired by Southeast Asian flavors and wok-cooking technique, the shrimp are quickly seared for a smoky, savory bite and then bundled into tender Napa cabbage with fresh veggies. A zesty lime and sesame sauce ties everything together for a refreshing, vibrant wrap—no stove lingering required. These are light, filling, and perfect for sharing as an appetizer or a main meal.

Ingredients

Instructions

Pat shrimp dry and toss with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Preheat a large skillet or wok over high heat until just smoking (to achieve wok hei).
Add neutral oil, then shrimp. Cook, stirring constantly, until shrimp are pink and just cooked through, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and toss with soy sauce. Let cool slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, honey, and sesame oil to create the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Lay Napa cabbage leaves flat. Distribute carrot, cucumber, scallion, and shrimp evenly across leaves.
Drizzle with zesty lime sauce. Roll up each leaf tightly to make wraps. Serve immediately for best crunch.