Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience with these irresistible Spicy Bacon Wrapped Shrimp! Imagine succulent, perfectly seasoned shrimp embraced by crispy, sizzling bacon, delivering a mouthwatering explosion of flavor in every single bite. This crowd-pleasing appetizer or main course is not just a dish—it's a guaranteed showstopper that will have your guests begging for the recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 slices bacon, cut in half
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Pat the shrimp completely dry using paper towels to ensure the bacon will crisp properly and adhere well to the shrimp.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine hot sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper to create a seasoning mixture.
- Toss the peeled and deveined shrimp in the seasoning mixture, ensuring each shrimp is evenly coated with the spicy blend.
- Cut each bacon slice in half crosswise to create shorter strips that will perfectly wrap around the shrimp.
- Wrap each seasoned shrimp with a half slice of bacon, starting from the tail end and wrapping around the body, slightly overlapping the bacon to secure it.
- Arrange the bacon-wrapped shrimp on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other to allow even cooking and crispy edges.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, turning the shrimp halfway through cooking to ensure the bacon becomes crisp and golden on all sides.
- Check for doneness by ensuring the shrimp are pink and opaque, and the bacon is crispy and slightly curled at the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute and prevent burning.
- Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately while hot, optionally garnishing with fresh chopped parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice.
Tips
- Always pat shrimp completely dry before wrapping to ensure crispy bacon and better seasoning adherence.
- Use thick-cut bacon for a more substantial wrap and crispier texture.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet—give each shrimp space to cook evenly and get crispy edges.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to your seasoning mix.
- Experiment with different hot sauces to customize the spice level.
- Serve immediately after cooking to enjoy the optimal crispy texture and temperature.
- If preparing ahead, you can assemble the wrapped shrimp and refrigerate briefly before baking to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 152kcal
Carbohydrates: 1g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 75mg
