Bacon wrapped shrimp and dates are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack that is perfect for any occasion. They're also a great way to sneak some healthy fats and protein into your diet. The combination of sweet dates, salty bacon, and savory shrimp is sure to please everyone at your next party or gathering. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a truly unforgettable dish that will leave your guests wanting more.
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BACON WRAPPED SHRIMP
Partially cooking the bacon is a key step to these perfectly succulent shrimp wrapped in bacon! A crowd pleasing appetizer recipe that's also great for keto and low carb diets. Note that you'll need toothpicks to secure the bacon strips around the shrimp.
Provided by Marissa Stevens
Categories Appetizer
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425˚F.
- Arrange bacon slices, leaving space around each, on oven safe rack placed inside a baking sheet. Bake 5 to 10 minutes depending on the thickness of your bacon. It should still be pliable when you remove it from the oven.
- Meanwhile, place shrimp in a medium bowl. Add olive oil, salt and pepper; toss to coat.
- When partially cooked bacon slices are cool enough to handle (about 5 minutes after you remove from oven), wrap each slice of bacon around one raw shrimp, securing with a toothpick; return to oven safe rack. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
- Bake 10 minutes more until shrimp are pink and bacon is cooked through. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 kcal, Protein 10 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 89 mg, Sodium 623 mg, ServingSize 1 serving
BACON WRAPPED SHRIMP
Large shrimp tend to get rubbery when cooked. Grilling them is an excellent alternative. The bacon keeps them from drying out.
Provided by stacy candlish
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Bacon Appetizers
Time 24m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Preheat grill for medium heat.
- Wrap shrimp in bacon, and secure with toothpicks.
- Lightly oil grate, and arrange shrimp on grill. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, turning once. The shrimp will be done when the bacon is fully cooked.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 715.4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 201.6 mg, Fat 64.3 g, Protein 30.5 g, SaturatedFat 21.2 g, Sodium 1269.8 mg
BACON WRAPPED SHRIMP AND DATES
Wrapping bacon around shrimp and dates before broiling keeps them moist during cooking and adds that ineffable bacon taste; pair them with blue cheese for a satisfying appetizer.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes 1 dozen of each
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and chili sauce.
- Heat broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Cut 3 inches off each slice of the bacon. Wrap each 3-inch piece around a date, and place seam-side down on prepared baking sheet. Wrap each shrimp with a piece of the remaining long strips of bacon, trying not to overlap, and place seam-side down on the same baking sheet. Brush the tops of the dates and the shrimp with half the honey mixture.
- Broil until tops are well browned, about 4 minutes. Turn over dates and shrimp, brush with remaining honey mixture, and broil until well browned and shrimp are cooked through, rotating pan if necessary, about 4 minutes more. Remove dates if they are well browned before shrimp are done.
BACON-WRAPPED SHRIMP
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Position a rack 3 to 4 inches from the heat source and preheat the broiler. Whisk the lemon juice, garlic, paprika, thyme, olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a shallow baking dish. Add the shrimp and toss to coat; marinate in the refrigerator, 20 minutes.
- Turn the shrimp in the marinade to coat well. One at a time, remove each shrimp and wrap with a piece of bacon; secure with a toothpick if desired. Place seam-side down on a baking sheet. Spoon any remaining marinade over the shrimp. Broil, turning the shrimp once, until the bacon is slightly crisp and the shrimp are cooked through, about 5 minutes.
BACON-WRAPPED DATES
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 45m
Yield 35 to 40 dates
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Stuff each date with 1 to 2 almonds. Wrap each date with half a piece of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
- Bake, turning the dates halfway through so the bacon is evenly cooked, 15 to 18 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
BACON-WRAPPED SHRIMP
I tweaked this bacon-wrapped shrimp recipe to please my family, and boy were they glad! For less heat, skip the jalapenos. -Debbie Cheek, State Road, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat broiler. In a large bowl, toss shrimp with 4 tablespoons dressing; let stand 15 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain; keep warm., Remove shrimp from marinade; discard marinade. Top each shrimp with a jalapeno slice and wrap with a bacon strip; secure with a toothpick. Place on a greased rack of a broiler pan., Broil 4 in. from heat 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink, basting frequently with remaining dressing after turning., Discard toothpicks before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 34 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BACON WRAPPED DATES
The three ingredients that go into this appetizer will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that draws friends and family from all corners of the house. Sweet dates and crunchy smoked almonds get wrapped in salty smoked bacon. Maybe you should make two recipes.
Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Reynolds®
Time 25m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut a slit in each date. Place almonds inside slits. Press together the dates to close slits. Wrap each date with a piece of bacon.
- Line a shallow baking pan with Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil. Add a roasting rack; place the dates on rack. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Serve immediately with toothpicks. Dates will be hot inside.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 6.9 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 144.6 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
BACON-WRAPPED DATES
A bacon-wrapped date is sweet, smoky, squidgy and crisp, all in one bite-size package. The trick is getting the bacon to cook before the date burns, and you can do that by starting in a cold oven so that the bacon slowly renders its fat and evenly crisps. While this appetizer was en vogue in the 1970s and 1980s, it has never gone out of style. In fact, it dates back to Victorian England, when bacon-wrapped oysters or prunes (also known as angels or devils on horseback) were eaten before or after a meal. ("Horseback" referred to their being served on toast.) Sometimes the prunes were soaked in tea or liqueur, and stuffed with chutney, cheese, or nuts. You can do the same if you like.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories finger foods, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 16 dates
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Using scissors, cut each slice of bacon in half crosswise at a diagonal, like cutting ribbon. (This will help secure the bacon to the date.) Starting at the straight end of the bacon, roll the bacon around the dates. Tuck the point under the wrapped bacon to secure. Place seam side down on a baking sheet.
- Place in the oven, and heat the oven to 400 degrees. Cook for 10 minutes, then flip and cook until golden brown all over, another 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness of your bacon.
- Season with black pepper (if desired), then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to crisp and cool slightly.
Tips:
- Choose large, plump shrimp. This will ensure that the shrimp are cooked evenly and remain juicy.
- Use high-quality bacon. Thick-cut bacon will provide a more flavorful and satisfying wrap.
- Pit the dates before wrapping them in bacon. This will make them easier to eat and will prevent the pits from getting stuck in your teeth.
- Season the shrimp and dates with salt and pepper. This will help to enhance their flavor.
- Cook the shrimp and dates until the bacon is crispy and the shrimp are cooked through. This will typically take about 10 minutes.
- Serve the shrimp and dates immediately. They are best eaten while hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Bacon-wrapped shrimp and dates are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are sure to be a hit with your guests, and they are also a great way to use up leftover bacon and dates. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give bacon-wrapped shrimp and dates a try.
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