Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Bites (Print-Friendly Version)
Juicy shrimp wrapped in smoky bacon and roasted until crisp, finished with lemon and fresh parsley.
# What You'll Need:
→ Seafood
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450 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Meat
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8 slices bacon, halved crosswise
→ Seasoning
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15 ml olive oil
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional, for caramelization)
→ Garnish and Serving
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Fresh lemon wedges
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Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
# How to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 200°C and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
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Combine shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Toss until the shrimp are evenly coated.
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Wrap each seasoned shrimp with a half slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick. If desired, sprinkle each wrapped shrimp lightly with brown sugar for a sweet glaze.
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Place the bacon-wrapped shrimp on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring the pieces do not touch.
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Bake for 15–20 minutes, turning once halfway, until bacon is crisp and shrimp are cooked through.
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Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
# Additional Tips:
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Sprinkling brown sugar over the bacon before baking provides a subtle caramelized finish.