Bacon is one of those ingredients that can elevate any dish, and when wrapped around juicy, succulent shrimp, it creates a flavor explosion that you simply cannot resist. In today’s tutorial, I will guide you through the steps to create irresistibly delicious Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp with Garlic Butter. This dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy night in, a gathering with friends, or even impressing guests at a dinner party.
Before we probe the cooking, let’s gather our ingredients. For this recipe, you will need:
- 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 slices of bacon
- 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Now that we have everything ready, let’s start cooking. First, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This will ensure that your bacon gets crispy and the shrimp cook perfectly.
Next, I recommend wrapping the shrimp individually with the bacon. To do this, take a slice of bacon and cut it in half. Then, wrap each bacon half around a shrimp and secure it with a toothpick. You can adjust the number of shrimp per slice based on how thick you want the bacon around them. Place the wrapped shrimp onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Before placing the shrimp in the oven, let’s add some flavor. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, letting the spices infuse into the butter.
Now, drizzle the garlic butter over the bacon-wrapped shrimp, ensuring each shrimp gets a good coating. The more garlic, the better if you ask me! If you have some butter left, you can brush it onto the shrimp for extra flavor.
Place your baking sheet in the heated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the shrimp are cooked through. If you want a little extra crispiness, you can broil them for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking. Just make sure to keep an eye on them, as they can burn quickly!
Once the shrimp are done, take them out of the oven and allow them to cool for a minute. Serve your Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp with some lemon wedges on the side for a zesty kick. The garlic butter will have infused so much flavor, and I guarantee they’ll be a hit!
In short, making Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp with Garlic Butter is a simple yet delicious way to impress anyone at your table. Enjoy every bite of this savory dish, and don’t hesitate to modify any spices or ingredients to suit your taste!
Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp with Garlic Butter
Ingredients
- 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 10 slices of bacon, cut in half
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Wrap each shrimp with a half slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick.
- Place the bacon-wrapped shrimp on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the shrimp.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the shrimp are cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
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