This recipe is one of my favorites. I make it often and have received many positive reviews. You can use it for parties, weeknight dinners, and more. The only problem is finding time to prepare it. It's the kind of food that you can serve anytime. In this article, I'll explain how to make Bacon Wrapped Shrimp. It's a tasty and healthy appetizer that will be a hit with your guests.
To make Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, you'll need large shrimp, preferably jumbo. If you're using thick bacon, pre-cook it part way first, as this will keep the shrimp from getting soggy. In case you want to serve your guests the bacon wrapped shrimp right away, you can cook them in the microwave or on a baking sheet. But make sure you don't overcook them, or they'll become hard rubbery.
Before wrapping the shrimp in bacon, make sure to par-cook the bacon first to prevent raw spots. Then, grill the shrimp for about three minutes, or until the outside is slightly golden. Once the bacon is grilled, you can glaze it with ketchup or Sriracha to get a crunchy, sweet, caramelized crust. You can also garnish the finished dish with chopped fresh parsley. Once the bacon is done, you can use an old baking sheet or aluminum foil for cleanup.
If you have leftover shrimp from another meal, you can place it in the shrimp. After coating the shrimp with bacon, you can put it into the refrigerator. Then, you can bake it just before serving. This appetizer is a great way to feed a crowd. Once it's done, you can serve it to your family or friends. You can prepare Bacon Wrapped Shrimp up to 24 hours ahead of time. You can even make it a day or two before and freeze it.
Before preparing the shrimp, it's important to peel the shrimp. Using your fingers, gently peel the shrimp's shell. It may come off in sections, so be sure to keep the tails intact. Next, take a paring knife and cut a slit in the back of the shrimp. Remove the vein - it's the dark tube running down the shrimp. This will help you remove the shrimp's shell.
Once the shrimp is wrapped in bacon, you can sprinkle it with brown sugar. It will add a sweet balance to the shrimp. To make Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, place it on a baking sheet. It is best to prepare the shrimp at least 24 hours in advance. You can refrigerate it and cook it just before serving. It will keep well. It's also a great appetizer for a crowd.
Once the shrimp is wrapped in bacon, you can place it on a plate. It's best to leave the tails on the shrimp when cooking the bacon. Then, take a paring knife and cut a slit along the back of the shrimp. This step is crucial, as overcooked shrimp will result in soggy bacon. You should also make sure to remove the vein before wrapping the shrimp. Once the bacon is wrapped, add the shrimp to the pan.
Once the shrimp are wrapped in bacon, they should be placed on a baking sheet. Brush them with spicy sauce and bake until crispy. If you're cooking the shrimp at home, use a broiler. It will burn shrimp quickly but will taste good. A good way to cook it is to broil them at a high temperature. Once they're done, remove them from the oven and serve. The bacon will be crispy.
To prepare the shrimp, you need to start by peeling the shells. If the shrimp have shells, use your fingers to peel them. You may have to peel them in sections. Be sure to leave the tails on. Then, use a paring knife to cut a slit on the back of the shrimp. Be sure to remove the vein, which is a dark tube that runs down the back of the shrimp.
The bacon should be sliced in half and covered completely. Do not wrap the shrimp with the whole strip of bacon. Long strips will cook to crisp perfection, but the inner layer will remain raw. For a crispy bacon, you should make the shrimp in batches. If you're making it in larger batches, you can bake them for longer time. Then, remove them from the oven and serve immediately. You can eat them immediately after they are done.