Bacon Wrapped Shrimp recipe

 Bacon-wrapped shrimp is a delightful appetizer or party snack that combines the savory goodness of bacon with the succulent taste of shrimp. Here's a simple recipe to make bacon-wrapped shrimp:

How to prepare. 

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

Ingredients:

➤12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined

➤6 slices of bacon, cut in half (you'll have 12 pieces)

➤1/4 cup brown sugar

➤1/4 teaspoon paprika

➤1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

➤1/4 teaspoon onion powder

➤1/4 teaspoon black pepper

➤1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice preference)

➤Toothpicks (for securing)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet if you have one; this helps the bacon cook evenly.

2. Season the Shrimp: In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

3. Wrap the Shrimp: Take each shrimp and wrap it with a half slice of bacon. Secure the bacon in place by threading a toothpick through the shrimp and bacon, making sure it goes through both ends of the bacon.

4. Coat with Brown Sugar Mixture: In another small bowl, combine the brown sugar with your spice mixture from step 2. Roll each bacon-wrapped shrimp in this brown sugar mixture, ensuring it's well coated.

5. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the bacon-wrapped shrimp on the prepared baking sheet or wire rack, spacing them out so they cook evenly.

6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the shrimp are cooked through. You may want to turn them over halfway through the cooking time for even browning.

7. Serve: Remove the bacon-wrapped shrimp from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Carefully remove the toothpicks before serving.

8. Enjoy: Serve your bacon-wrapped shrimp as an appetizer with cocktail sauce, garlic aioli, or your favorite dipping sauce.

These bacon-wrapped shrimp are a perfect combination of crispy, smoky bacon and tender shrimp, making them a crowd-pleasing appetizer for any occasion. Enjoy!