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Crispy Shrimp Protein Caesar Wraps - A Fresh, Crunchy Lunch You’ll Crave

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Shrimp: 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium or large), patted dry
  • Coating for shrimp: 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Binder: 1 beaten egg (or 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt thinned with water)
  • Greens: 4 cups chopped romaine (or little gem), washed and thoroughly dried
  • Wraps: 4 large high-protein tortillas or whole-wheat tortillas
  • Caesar dressing: 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, 1–2 anchovy fillets minced (or 1 teaspoon anchovy paste), 1 small garlic clove grated, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan, salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional add-ins: Cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, extra shaved Parmesan, crushed croutons for crunch, red pepper flakes
  • For cooking: Olive oil spray or 2 tablespoons neutral oil

Method
 

  1. Prep the shrimp. Pat the shrimp very dry with paper towels. Moisture prevents crisping, so this step matters. If using large shrimp, you can butterfly them slightly for more surface area.
  2. Mix the coating. In a shallow bowl, combine panko, Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the egg.
  3. Coat the shrimp. Dip each shrimp in egg, let excess drip, then press into the panko mixture to coat on both sides. Set coated shrimp on a plate. Work in batches so crumbs stay crisp.
  4. Crisp the shrimp (stovetop). Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add a thin film of oil. Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until golden and opaque. Don’t crowd the pan. Transfer to a wire rack to keep the bottoms from steaming.
  5. Or air-fry. Air fryer at 400°F (205°C). Spray basket, arrange shrimp in a single layer, mist tops with oil, and cook 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp and cooked through.
  6. Make the dressing. Whisk yogurt, mayo, olive oil, Dijon, anchovy, garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire, and Parmesan until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Adjust lemon for brightness and anchovy for savoriness.
  7. Toss the greens. In a large bowl, toss romaine with just enough dressing to lightly coat. Save extra dressing for drizzling inside the wrap.
  8. Warm the tortillas. Briefly warm each tortilla in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable. Warm wraps roll better and don’t tear.
  9. Assemble. Lay down a bed of dressed romaine, add a line of crispy shrimp, then drizzle a bit more dressing. Add optional extras like avocado or tomatoes. Finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan.
  10. Wrap it up. Fold the sides in, roll tightly from the bottom, and place seam-side down. For extra crunch and warmth, sear the wrapped tortilla in a dry skillet 1–2 minutes per side.
  11. Serve. Slice in half on a bias. Add a wedge of lemon on the side for a fresh squeeze.