Spicy Shrimp Lettuce Wraps with California Avocados

Serves: 8

Ingredients

1 lb. large shrimp (16-20 per pound)
2 limes, zest and juice
1 Tbsp. sriracha hot sauce
2 sprigs of mint, chopped
3 oz. glass noodles
4 Fresh California Avocado*, thinly sliced
3 oz. Mung bean sprouts
3 oz. Sesame Vinaigrette (recipe follows)
3 oz. Pickled Carrots (recipe follows)
24 leaves Thai basil, chopped
8 Bibb lettuce leaves

Sesame Vinaigrette (Yield: 1 cup)

2 oz. rice wine vinegar
1 oz. soy sauce
1 Tbsp. mirin
3 oz. vegetable oil
1 1/2 tsp. sesame oil
2 Tbsp. sesame seeds
As needed Salt to taste

Pickled Carrots (Yield: 2 cups)

2 carrots, peeled and shredded
8 oz. cider vinegar
4 1/2 oz. sugar
3 oz. water
1 1" piece of ginger, peeled and cut in half
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. chili flakes

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.