Make Easy Legal Sea Foods Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Shrimp at home with smoky bacon, tender shrimp, and a sweet-savory barbecue glaze for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Get ready to impress with Easy Legal Sea Foods Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Shrimp!
Juicy shrimp are wrapped in smoky bacon, brushed with a sweet and tangy barbecue glaze, and cooked to perfection.
These bite-sized delights are perfect as an appetizer for parties, game days, or a simple weeknight treat.
Quick to make and packed with flavor, they bring that restaurant-quality taste right to your kitchen.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Restaurant-Quality Flavor at Home: Juicy shrimp wrapped in smoky bacon with a sweet-savory glaze.
- Quick and Easy: Ready in under 20 minutes, perfect for last-minute appetizers.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Bite-sized and irresistible, ideal for parties, game days, or gatherings.
- Minimal Ingredients: Simple, pantry-friendly ingredients deliver maximum flavor.
- Versatile Serving: Serve as an appetizer, snack, or even a main dish with sides.
Legal Sea Foods Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Shrimp Ingredients
- Raw Shrimp: Large peeled shrimp, deveined, ready for wrapping
- Bacon: Thin smoky strips to wrap around shrimp perfectly
- Barbecue Sauce: Sweet and tangy glaze for brushing shrimp
- Olive Oil: Light oil to brush and prevent sticking
- Garlic Powder: Adds savory flavor to shrimp and bacon
- Black Pepper: Freshly ground pepper to season and enhance taste
- Lemon Wedges: Fresh citrus to serve alongside for brightness
How To Make Easy Legal Sea Foods Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Shrimp
Step One: Preheat the air fryer temperature to 400 degrees F (200°C) if using an air fryer, or 425°F (220°C) if using the oven.
Step Two: Peel and devein the shrimp if needed, then pat them dry with paper towels.
Step Three: Take a strip of bacon and wrap it around each shrimp, securing with a toothpick if necessary.
Step Four: Sprinkle garlic powder and black pepper over the bacon-wrapped shrimp. Lightly brush with barbecue sauce for flavor.
Step Five: Place shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket or on a baking sheet. Set cook time for 8-10 minutes in the air fryer, or 12-15 minutes in the oven, flipping halfway, until bacon is crispy and shrimp are cooked through.
Step Six: Remove toothpicks, transfer to a platter, and serve with lemon wedges and extra barbecue sauce if desired.
Easy Legal Sea Foods Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Shrimp Recipe Tips
- Use thin bacon slices: They crisp up faster without overcooking the shrimp.
- Pat shrimp dry: Helps bacon stick better and ensures a crisp texture.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket or pan: Cook in a single layer for even cooking.
- Brush with extra BBQ sauce: Adds flavor and keeps the shrimp juicy.
- Serve immediately: Bacon gets crispest and shrimp tastes best right out of the air fryer or oven.
Storing, Freezing and Reheating
- Storing: Store leftover bacon-wrapped shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Keep them separate from sauces to maintain crispiness.
- Freezing: Place cooked shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet, freeze until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Reheating: Reheat shrimp in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–5 minutes to restore crispiness. Alternatively, warm in the oven on a baking sheet at 375°F for 5–7 minutes.
Easy Legal Sea Foods Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Shrimp Recipe Faqs
Can I use thick-cut bacon? You can, but thick-cut bacon may need longer cooking time and could overcook the shrimp. Thin bacon is best for even cooking.
Can I bake these in the oven instead of using an air fryer? Yes! Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until the bacon is crispy and shrimp are cooked through.
Can I make these ahead of time? You can prep the shrimp and wrap them in bacon ahead of time, but cook them just before serving for the crispiest texture.
Can I freeze these bacon-wrapped shrimp? Yes, freeze uncooked, wrapped shrimp in a single layer. Thaw in the refrigerator before cooking.
What dipping sauces go well with these shrimp? Serve with extra barbecue sauce, garlic aioli, or a zesty lemon butter sauce for added flavor.
How do I know when the shrimp are done? Shrimp are cooked when they turn pink, opaque, and the bacon is crispy. Avoid overcooking to prevent rubbery shrimp.
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Easy Legal Sea Foods Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Shrimp
Description
Ingredients
- 18 large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 9 slices thin bacon, halved
- ¼ cup barbecue sauce, for brushing
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat to 400°F (200°C) for air fryer, or 425°F (220°C) for oven.
- Pat 18 large raw shrimp dry with paper towels.
- Wrap each shrimp with a half slice of 9 slices thin bacon securing with a toothpick if needed.
- Sprinkle ½ tsp garlic powder and ½ tsp black pepper over the shrimp, then lightly brush with ¼ cup barbecue sauce.
- Air Fryer: Place shrimp in a single layer, cook 8–10 minutes at 400°F, flipping halfway.
- Oven: Bake 12–15 minutes at 425°F, flipping halfway, until bacon is crispy and shrimp are cooked through.
- Remove toothpicks and serve hot with Lemon wedges and extra barbecue sauce.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
- Wooden Skewers, If you're using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them in water for at least 20 minutes before use to prevent them from burning in the air fryer.
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