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    Whisk Affair » Recipes » Meal Type » Global Snacks/ Appetizers » Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

    Published: Apr 16, 2019 | Last Updated On: Sep 19, 2020 by Neha Mathur

    Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

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    These Bacon Wrapped Shrimp are a super easy appetizer recipe which are a party favourite and can be made in no time. Crispy bacon wrapped over juicy shrimps makes these a crowd pleaser. Here is how to make grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon. #Appetizer #Party

    These Bacon Wrapped Shrimp are a super easy appetizer recipe which is a party favorite and can be made in no time. Crispy bacon wrapped over juicy shrimps makes these a crowd-pleaser. Here is how to make grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon.

    Bacon wrapped shrimp served on a plate.
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    • Tips
    • How to choose Shrimp?
    • How to clean the Shrimp?
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Glaze Options
    • Shrimps wrapped in Bacon with Cheese 
    • Can you make these ahead of time?
    • Can You Re-Heat these Shrimps?
    • How to make sure Bacon Turns Crispy?
    • How to make these in a Pan?
    • Variations 
    • Step by Step Recipe
    • Recipe Card

    Only one thing comes to my mind when I think about this recipe is – crispy meets juicy.

    It is a crowd-pleaser and easy to make. It is one appetizer that would love to make and your family or guests would love to eat. They are my go-to appetizer when I have guests over. Crispy bacon, tender shrimp – what is not there to love! The cherry on the cake is the Olive Oil garlic or a caramelized brown sugar bourbon glaze. It is a blast of flavors in your mouth with sweet, salty, and spicy.

    Tips

    It is an easy-to-make appetizer. Just wrap the shrimp in bacon. Rub or brush the glaze on it and then pan-grill, fry, or bake in the oven.

    To get the perfectly crisp bacon and juicy shrimp, consider par-cook (cook halfway) the bacon. This will get you the best results. Your final bite will be crispy and juicy without the shrimp getting chewy.

    Bacon would be perfectly cooked until crisp and shrimp would be perfectly juicy and not overcooked. If you cook bacon and shrimp for the same amount of time, bacon might be perfect but shrimp would be overcooked. So make sure you par-cook the bacon before wrapping it on a shrimp.

    To secure the bacon on the shrimp, use a toothpick which has been soaked in water for 30 mins or more to avoid charring.

    Shrimp wrapped in bacon on the baking tray.

    How to choose Shrimp?

    For this recipe, use jumbo shrimps, which will number 16-20 per pound.

    Jumbo shrimps are meaty and juicy. Make sure the shrimps are thick enough for the bacon to cook through and become crispy and shrimps are not overcooked.

    How to clean the Shrimp?

    It is easy to clean and devein shrimps at home if you have bought raw shrimps with the shell on. Using a paring knife or kitchen shears, make a shallow cut at the back and in the middle, from tip to tail. 

    Peel the shell, leaving the tail on. Now just lift out the vein using the tip of the knife and discard it. You can also ask your fishmonger or vender to clean and peel the shell for you.

    You can check this video for detailed instructions.

    Serving Suggestions

    Serve your bacon-wrapped shrimps with any cocktail sauce, chilli sauce, or BBQ sauce, and some lemon wedges.

    You can also serve it with a cheese dip or cream cheese or as is.

    I love serving it with spicy pineapple sauce, Boom Boom Sauce, or Yum Yum Sauce, which are mayonnaise-based spicy sauces.

    Glaze Options

    There are many other glaze options, such as Garlic EVOO glaze, Honey glaze, and Thai chilli glaze with some Thai chilli and Thai fish sauce.

    2 tablespoon Maple Syrup + 1 tablespoon Hot Sauce

    2 tablespoon Honey + 1 tablespoon Sriracha Sauce

    1 tablespoon Thai Chilli Sauce + 1 teaspoon Tha Fish Sauce

    2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil + 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic + 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice

    2 tablespoon Dark Brown Sugar + 2 tablespoon Whiskey

    4 tablespoon Sweet and Spicy Sauce

    2 tablespoon Olive Oil + 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar + 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic + 1 teaspoon Chopped Parsley

    Shrimps wrapped in Bacon with Cheese 

    You can also make cheese stuffed recipe which is a great Keto appetizer.

    To make cheese-stuffed shrimps wrapped with bacon, create a slit along the back of the shrimp for the cheese stuffing using a knife.

    Place thin cheese sticks or pieces in the slit and wrap the shrimp with par-cooked bacon and secure with toothpicks.

    You can also stuff cream cheese in the slit instead of any hard cheese stick.

    Line the cheese-stuffed shrimps on a baking tray and brush a little glaze on it.

    Bake in a preheated oven for 5 minutes or until slightly golden. Remove from oven and spread honey on each piece.

    Then brush them again with the remaining glaze and bake for another 5-6 minutes until the bacon is crispy.

    Remove the shrimps from the oven and serve hot.

    Grilled bacon wrapped shrimp dunked in a dipping sauce.

    Can you make these ahead of time?

    You can make bacon-wrapped shrimps ahead of time and reheat them in the oven before serving, but it is advisable that you make them fresh.

    You can prepare the glaze beforehand and make them fresh.

    Can You Re-Heat these Shrimps?

    Yes, you reheat them in the microwave or broil them for a short time for 2-3 minutes.

    How to make sure Bacon Turns Crispy?

    Par cook the bacon until it’s half done and then wrap it over the shrimps and secure with toothpicks soaked in water to get the perfectly crisp bacon.

    How to make these in a Pan?

    You can also deep fry these shrimps in a pan.

    Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

    Cook the bacon-wrapped shrimps in the hot oil in batches until the bacon is crispy and golden brown for 2 to 3 minutes.

    Drain the deep-fried shrimp on a paper towel to remove extra oil before serving. 

    Variations 

    With Pineapple – Cut pineapple into small pieces. Wrap one piece of pineapple along with the shrimp with bacon and grill or fry. This combination tastes delicious.

    With Jalapeno – You can cut fresh Jalapeno into thin slices, remove the seeds and then wrap one slice along with shrimp with bacon. Then cook as mentioned below.

    Step by Step Recipe

    Pre heat the oven to 400 Degrees f (200 Degrees C). Arrange the bacon slices on the sheet in a single layer and bake for 10 minutes.

    bacon lined on baking tray.

    Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the bacon cool down a bit.

    Partially cooked bacon

    Mix the glaze ingredients in a  bowl.

    Glaze mixed in a bowl.

    Season the shrimps with salt and pepper

    Shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper.

    Wrap half of the par cooked bacon slices over each shrimp.

    Shrimp wrapped with bacon.

    Secure the bacon over the shrimp using a toothpick.

    Bacon wrapped shrimp places on the baking tray.

    Arrange the prepared shrimps of the baking sheet and brush with some of the glaze. Bake the shrimps for 5 minutes.

    Shrimp brushed with glaze.

    Then brush them again with the remaining glaze and bake for another 5-6 minutes until the bacon is crispy.

    Second time glazing.

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    These Bacon Wrapped Shrimp are a super easy appetizer recipe which are a party favourite and can be made in no time. Crispy bacon wrapped over juicy shrimps makes these a crowd pleaser. Here is how to make grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon.

    Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Recipe

    These shrimp are a super easy appetizer recipe which are a party favourite and can be made in no time. Crispy bacon wrapped over juicy shrimps makes these a crowd pleaser. Here is how to make grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon.
    4.60 from 5 votes
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Continental
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 6 people
    Calories: 250kcal
    Author: Neha Mathur

    Ingredients 

    • 25 Jumbo Shrimp
    • 12-15 slices Thin Cut Bacon (Cut into half)
    • Salt & Pepper

    For the glaze

    • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
    • 1 teaspoon Garlic (Minced)
    • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
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    Instructions

    • Pre heat the oven to 400 Degrees F (200 Degrees C).
    • Arrange the bacon slices on the sheet in a single layer and bake for 10 minutes.
    • Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the bacon cool down a bit.
    • Mix the glaze ingredients in a bowl.
    • Season the shrimps with salt and pepper and wrap half of the par cooked bacon slices over each shrimp.
    • Secure the bacon over the shrimp using a toothpick.
    • Arrange the prepared shrimps of the baking sheet and brush with some of the glaze.
    • Bake the shrimps for 5 minutes.
    • Then brush them again with the remaining glaze and bake for another 5-6 minutes until the bacon is crispy.
    • Remove the shrimps from the oven and serve hot.

    Notes

    You can also deep fry bacon wrapped shrimps. Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cook the bacon wrapped shrimps in the hot oil in batches until the bacon is crispy and golden brown for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain the deep fried shrimp on a paper towel to remove extra oil before serving. 
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 250kcal | Protein: 10g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 485mg | Potassium: 107mg | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 2.1mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 0.7mg
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