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Sweet and Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp

Sweet and Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp: Your New Favorite Appetizer

This Sweet and Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp recipe combines savory bacon and brown sugar glaze for a delightful appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 20 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 10 slices bacon, smoked
For the Glaze
  • ½ cup brown sugar for caramelization
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper for heat
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For Cooking & Finishing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or any cooking oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice or lemon juice
For Garnish
  • fresh cilantro optional

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • aluminum foil
  • Wire Rack
  • Medium bowl
  • brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place a wire rack on top.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
  3. Wrap each shrimp with half a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick. Place on the prepared wire rack.
  4. Arrange the bacon-wrapped shrimp on the rack, ensuring they are spaced out.
  5. Brush shrimp with olive oil and sprinkle the spice mix evenly over them.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until shrimp are pink and bacon is crispy. Broil for an extra 2-3 minutes if desired.
  7. Whisk together honey and lime juice in a small bowl.
  8. Drizzle the honey-lime mixture over the shrimp and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 5piecesCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Thaw shrimp completely before preparation for the best texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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