Bacon Wrapped Shrimp (Printer-Friendly Version)

Juicy shrimp wrapped in crisp bacon with a sweet and spicy maple-sriracha glaze, brightened by lemon and scallions.

# Ingredients Needed:

→ Seafood

01 - 20 extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails intact
02 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Meat

03 - 10 slices thin-cut bacon

→ Sauce & Glaze

04 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
05 - 1 tablespoon Sriracha hot chili sauce

→ Garnishes

06 - Lemon wedges, for serving
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped scallions

→ Tools

08 - Wooden skewers, soaked in cold water for 30 minutes

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper to catch drippings and facilitate cleanup.
02 - Arrange bacon slices in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes until bacon begins to brown but remains pliable. Remove and drain on paper towels.
03 - Place shrimp in a colander, toss with sea salt, and let rest for 1 minute. Rinse thoroughly under cold water, then pat dry with paper towels to firm texture.
04 - In a small bowl, combine maple syrup and Sriracha sauce, stirring until smooth and fully blended.
05 - Brush both sides of each par-baked bacon slice lightly with the glaze. Cut each slice crosswise in half to create 20 strips.
06 - Wrap each shrimp tightly with a glazed bacon half-strip. Secure with a soaked wooden skewer or toothpick. Arrange shrimp on the lined baking sheet, spacing evenly.
07 - Bake the shrimp-wrapped bacon for 5 minutes. Then switch oven to broil and broil an additional 4 to 6 minutes, turning halfway through to crisp all sides evenly until bacon is caramelized and shrimp is tender.
08 - Transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with lemon wedges and sprinkle with chopped scallions for brightness.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Par-baking bacon prevents uneven cooking and ensures both bacon and shrimp cook perfectly.
02 - Soaking wooden skewers reduces risk of burning during broiling.
03 - Reheat leftovers in a 375°F oven for 5 to 7 minutes to restore bacon crispness; avoid microwaving.

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