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Published: December 20, 2019 Last Modified: December 20, 2019 By Sara 15 Comments

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

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These bacon wrapped shrimp are jumbo prawns brushed with a sweet and savory glaze, then broiled to perfection. A simple yet elegant appetizer or main course option that is sure to get rave reviews from family and friends!

Everything is better with bacon! My family always requests bacon green beans and bacon mac and cheese for dinner. When you wrap shrimp in bacon, you end up with decadent little bites that are perfect for any occasion.

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Bacon wrapped shrimp in a sweet and savory glaze, garnished with parsley.

When I’m looking for a meal option that’s sure to impress, I turn to bacon wrapped shrimp. The smoky bacon pairs so well with the tender shrimp and sweet and savory glaze. You can serve these shrimp as a party snack, or offer them up with a starch and a vegetable as the star of a meal.

How to peel and devein shrimp

If you buy shrimp with shells on them, you can remove the shells by peeling them off with your fingers starting on the side with the legs. The shell may come off in sections. Take care the leave the tails on the shrimp. If you don’t see a cut down the back of your shrimp, you may also need to devein the shrimp. Use a paring knife to cut a slit along the back of the shrimp on the opposite side from the legs. Then use the knife or a wooden skewer to remove the vein which looks like a dark tube running down the shrimp.

Raw shrimp on a sheet pan wrapped in bacon.

How do you make bacon wrapped shrimp?

Make bacon wrapped shrimp by wrapping a slice of bacon around each shrimp. Use a toothpick to hold the bacon in place. In a small bowl, make some sauce by mixing together maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic power, salt and pepper. Brush half the sauce over the shrimp. Next, the shrimp go in the oven to broil for a few minutes. Brush the rest of the sauce over the shrimp while they broil. When the shrimp are done and the bacon is crisp, sprinkle the shrimp with parsley and enjoy.

A basting brush applying sauce to shrimp.

TIPS FOR BACON WRAPPED SHRIMP

  • Choose the largest shrimp that you can afford. Larger shrimp are easier to wrap with bacon and they won’t overcook as the bacon crisps up. I prefer to use colossal shrimp (under 15 per pound), but the 16-20 per pound count will also work.
  • I like to leave the tails on my shrimp for a nicer presentation.
  • Make sure to use a regular cut of bacon – thick cut bacon will take too long to cook through.
  • You can serve your shrimp with the toothpicks intact as an appetizer, or remove the toothpicks if you’re planning to serve them as a main course.
  • This recipe also works well with scallops, or even chunks of fish such as halibut or mahi mahi.

Roasted shrimp with a piece of bacon around each one.

WHAT SHOULD YOU SERVE WITH SHRIMP?

You can serve these shrimp on their own as a party snack, or with side dishes as a main course. I like to serve my bacon wrapped shrimp over mashed potatoes, pasta in cream sauce or steamed rice. I also add a green vegetable on the side such as broccoli, asparagus, spinach or green beans.

Bacon wrapped shrimp served over mashed potatoes with green beans.

Bacon and shrimp is an amazing combination that is only made better by the delicious sweet and savory sauce. Next time you want shrimp, try them wrapped with bacon for a fun twist!

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Bacon wrapped shrimp in a sweet and savory glaze, garnished with parsley.
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Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

These bacon wrapped shrimp are jumbo prawns brushed with a sweet and savory glaze, then broiled to perfection. A simple yet elegant appetizer or main course option that is sure to get rave reviews from family and friends!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 259kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds large shrimp deveined and peeled, tails left on
  • 1 pound bacon slices cut in half crosswise
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • cooking spray

Instructions

  • Preheat the broiler. Coat a sheet pan with cooking spray.
  • Wrap a slice of bacon around each shrimp and secure with a toothpick. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on the baking pan.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Brush half the mixture over the top of each of the shrimp.
  • Broil for 10-15 minutes, or until bacon is crisp and shrimp are cooked through. Brush the remaining sauce over the shrimp halfway through the cook time.
  • Sprinkle with parsley, then serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 259kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 729mg | Potassium: 502mg | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Jen says

      February 7, 2021 at 9:22 am

      Hi, I am making these today. Do I broil on Hi or Lo? Cannot wait to try this recipe!

      Reply
      • Sara says

        February 7, 2021 at 8:09 pm

        I broil on high!

        Reply
    2. Michelle says

      December 27, 2020 at 6:23 pm

      5 stars
      If you have not tried this recipe you MUST! So amazing and flavorful! We could not stop eating them!

      Reply
    3. Elizabeth Franklin says

      February 12, 2020 at 1:02 pm

      I can only set my broiler to Low or High – how far below the broiler should these bacon wrapped shrimp be put so they don’t burn as 15 minutes seems a long time?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        February 12, 2020 at 1:07 pm

        You want them to be about 6-6 inches away from the broiler, you can check occasionally to make sure they’re not getting too brown. I find it takes this long for the bacon to get crispy.

        Reply
    4. Krissy Allori says

      December 28, 2019 at 3:05 pm

      5 stars
      These shrimp are the perfect appetizer. My family and I did a test run and we all loved them. Can’t wait to share them with friends.

      Reply
    5. Tonje says

      December 28, 2019 at 2:30 pm

      5 stars
      What a great appetizer! I always love shrimp, but wrapping them in bacon is such a great idea that just brings the flavour up a notch or two. Love it!

      Reply
    6. Jacque Hooper says

      December 28, 2019 at 1:57 pm

      5 stars
      What’s not to love about this appetizer! Perfect finger foods with just the right amount of crispy crunch! These will be a hit on New Year’s Eve!

      Reply
    7. Haley D. Williams says

      December 28, 2019 at 1:52 pm

      5 stars
      This is so easy to make and is a delicious app to serve friends and family!

      Reply
    8. Cate says

      December 28, 2019 at 1:36 pm

      This sounds like such a perfect New Year’s appetizer! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    9. Tisha says

      December 26, 2019 at 12:59 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness!! These would be a perfect appetizer for a New Years Party!

      Reply
    10. Cathy says

      December 26, 2019 at 10:50 am

      I love the sound of that sauce!

      Reply
    11. Annie says

      December 25, 2019 at 6:39 pm

      5 stars
      This is our favorite!!

      Reply
      • Andrea Metlika says

        December 28, 2019 at 3:47 pm

        5 stars
        You made shrimp even better by adding bacon! They look completely divine!

        Reply
    12. Jen says

      December 24, 2019 at 6:43 am

      5 stars
      The addition of bacon is always a great idea! I know these are going to be a hit.

      Reply

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