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crispy chili lime shrimp wonton salad

crispy chili lime shrimp wonton salad

👨‍🍳 Chefy Tip: Pat shrimp completely dry before seasoning — surface moisture turns to steam and kills browning. Fry wonton strips in small batches so the oil temperature stays constant around 350°F. If they darken too fast, the heat is too high and they've gone bitter before they're crispy. 🍳 Chefy Tip: Remove wonton chips with a slotted spoon and drain on paper — sitting in oil kills the crunch in two minutes.

Serves
2
Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
Calories
340
Carbs
28g
Protein
32g
Fat
12g

Flavor Profile

🦐 Juicy and slightly sweet from sautéed shrimp
🌶️ Spicy with a kick of red chili flakes
🍋 Tangy and bright from fresh lime juice
🥗 Crisp and refreshing with mixed greens
🥟 Crunchy with golden wonton strips

Ingredients

🦐 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
🥟 1/2 cup wonton wrappers, sliced and fried
🥗 3 cups mixed greens
🛢️ 1 tbsp olive oil
🍋 Juice and zest of 1 lime
🌶️ 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
🧂 1/4 tsp sea salt
🍁 1 tsp maple syrup
🥢 1 tsp tamari
🌿 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

01

Season shrimp with salt, chili flakes, and lime zest. Sauté in olive oil over medium-high heat 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.

02

Whisk lime juice, tamari, and maple syrup for the dressing.

03

Toss mixed greens with dressing and plate. Top with shrimp, crispy wonton strips, and cilantro.

🧬 Food Science

Wontons date back over 1,000 years in Chinese cuisine, originally made as a symbol of good fortune. Lime juice is rich in vitamin C, helping to enhance iron absorption from leafy greens.

Pair It

🥂 A citrusy white wine or a spicy ginger beer pairs well.
🍽️ Pair with edamame for added protein, or serve with a mango salsa.