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To create the perfect watermelon glaze for your shrimp lettuce wraps, you will need to focus on cooking down the watermelon to extract its natural sweetness while achieving the right consistency. Start by cutting about 2 cups of seedless watermelon into small cubes. Place the watermelon in a saucepan over medium heat.

Shrimp Lettuce Wraps with Watermelon Glaze

Discover a vibrant and nutritious dish with these delightful shrimp lettuce wraps featuring a unique watermelon glaze! Perfect for light meals or entertaining, these wraps combine fresh shrimp, crunchy vegetables, and a sweet-tangy glaze that elevates the flavor. Quick to prepare, they're a healthy option loaded with protein and essential vitamins. Enjoy the satisfying contrast of textures and flavors in every bite, making mealtime both exciting and refreshing!
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Ingredients
  

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

1 cup watermelon, cubed

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup

1 tablespoon sesame oil

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 head butter lettuce (or iceberg), leaves separated

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

1 avocado, diced

Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions
 

Prepare the Watermelon Glaze:

    - In a small saucepan, combine the cubed watermelon, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey (or maple syrup). Cook over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the watermelon breaks down and the mixture thickens.

      - Remove from heat and strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding the solids. Set aside the glaze.

        Cook the Shrimp:

          - In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.

            - Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Drizzle the sesame oil over the shrimp and mix well.

              Assemble the Wraps:

                - Lay out the butter lettuce leaves on a platter. Spoon a portion of the cooked shrimp onto each leaf.

                  - Top with slices of red bell pepper and diced avocado.

                    Drizzle with Watermelon Glaze:

                      - Generously drizzle the prepared watermelon glaze over the shrimp-filled lettuce wraps.

                        Garnish and Serve:

                          - Sprinkle fresh cilantro on top and serve the wraps with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

                            Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 30 min | 4 servings