Makes 8 Servings
- 3/4 cup lime juice, fresh
- 3 tablespoons green onion, minced
- salt and freshly ground pepper
- 2 pounds shrimp, small or medium, shelled and deveined
- 2/3 cup crème fraîche
- 3 tablespoons capers
- Lettuce leaves
- Lime slices, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon green onion tops, minced
- Combine lime juice, green onions, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix in shrimp. Cover and refrigerate until shrimp turn opaque, stirring occasionally, at least six hours. (Can be prepared one day ahead.)
- Drain shrimp thoroughly, discarding marinade. Fold in crème fraiche and capers. Arrange lettuce on plates or scallop shells. Top with shrimp. Garnish with lime slices and green onions. Serve immediately.