Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
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Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
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For a 30-minute appetizer recipe that will steal the show, turn to Bacon Wrapped Shrimp. Or serve this easy shrimp recipe with rice, pasta, or potatoes to make this a meal!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined, tails in tact (16/20 count or larger, see note 1)
- 12 lices Bacon halved (regular cut, not thick, see note 2)
- fresh parsley for garnish, optional
- Lemon wedges for serving, optional
Instructions
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup. Soak toothpicks in water for at least 30 minutes prior to broiling or grilling.
- Line a microwave-safe plate with paper towels. Top with half the bacon (cut in half) and microwave on HIGH until bacon is mostly cooked through but still soft and pliable, about 3 to 4 minutes (do not overcook). Repeat with remaining bacon.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprkia, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Wrap 1 piece of bacon around each shrimp and skewer with toothpick.
- Position a rack 3 to 4 inches from broiler and preheat on high. Broil, flipping shrimp once, until the bacon is slightly crispy and shrimp are cooked through, about 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges and serve.
Notes
- Jumbo shrimp: Fresh shrimp or thaw frozen shrimp overnight in the refrigerator; either works well. If your fish counter or freezer aisle doesn’t offer the shrimp already peeled and deveined, here’s how to clean shrimp.
- Bacon: Slice each strip in half and it will wrap around the shrimp nicely (without overwhelming the flavor and size of the seafood).
- Yield: This Bacon Wrapped Shrimp recipe makes 4 servings; each with 4 to 5 shrimp each. This portion is ideal for a generous appetizer or snack. It will serve about 8 as part of a large appetizer buffet, or 2 to 3 hungry adults for an entree.
- Storage: Bacon Wrapped Shrimp are best consumed the day they are made. Leftovers will still taste good on the second day, especially chopped up in an omelet with a sprinkling of Old Bay Seasoning.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
4 pieces
Calories
292kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
20g
(31%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
12g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
166mg
(55%)
Sodium
1055mg
(44%)
Potassium
277mg
(8%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
484IU
(10%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
71mg
(7%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings (4 pieces each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 292 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4 pieces | |
| Calories | 292kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 166mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 1055mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 277mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 484IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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24 reviews
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