Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp Recipe

"This is a really simple and quick appetizer that will have your guests thinking they're something special. Easy enough to make ahead and broil just as your company arrives, so you aren't trapped in the kitchen."

Original is 16 servings

Metric US

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Nutritional

Serving Size: 1 (49.7 g)
Calories 97.6
Total Fat - 5.5 g
Saturated Fat - 1.1 g
Cholesterol - 20 mg
Sodium - 339.7 mg
Total Carbohydrate - 7.1 g
Dietary Fiber - 0.7 g
Sugars - 0.8 g
Protein - 5.6 g
Calcium - 18 mg
Iron - 0.5 mg
Vitamin C - 7.6 mg
Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Combine chili sauce ingredients; cover and chill 1-2 hours.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine butter sauce ingredients over low heat, stirring occasionally, until butter is melted and heated thoroughly.

Step 3

Cut bacon slices in half crosswise; wrap one half slice of bacon around each shrimp and secure with a toothpick.

Step 4

Arrange shrimp on a broiler pan without touching; brush with butter sauce.

Step 5

Place rack about 3 inches from heat; broil 5 minutes, brushing once more with butter sauce halfway through cooking.

Step 6

Serve immediately with chili sauce for dipping.

Tips

No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.

Tips for selecting ingredients

Be sure to choose large shrimp for this recipe, as they will be easier to wrap with bacon.
If using frozen shrimp, be sure to thaw them completely before beginning.

Ingredient substitutions

Instead of bacon, use prosciutto for a more delicate flavor. The benefit is that the prosciutto is much thinner than bacon, so it won't overpower the flavor of the shrimp and will crisp up nicely when broiled.
Instead of hard-boiled egg for the chili dip, use mashed avocado for a creamy and mild flavor. The benefit is that the avocado will provide a smooth texture to the dip and will help to balance out the other flavors in the dip.

Variations

BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp Replace the chili powder in the butter sauce with BBQ sauce and proceed with the recipe as normal.

Serve with

Creamy Mashed Potatoes: Creamy mashed potatoes provide a great contrast to the spicy bacon-wrapped shrimp. They are also a great way to round out the meal and provide a comforting side dish.

Garlic Roasted Broccoli: Garlic roasted broccoli is a great side dish to pair with the bacon-wrapped shrimp. It is full of flavor and has a nice crunchy texture that will complement the creamy mashed potatoes. It is also a healthy and nutritious choice that will add a nice balance to the meal.

FAQ

Q: How long should I broil the shrimp?

A: Broil the shrimp for 5 minutes, brushing with butter sauce halfway through cooking.

Q: What is the best way to store shrimp?

A: Shrimp should be stored in the refrigerator in a sealed container or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap. Shrimp should be used within 2 days of purchase.