My Honey Garlic Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

Hey, y’all! It’s your main man AB from Smokin and Grillin wit AB, and today, we’re diving into a flavor fiesta that’s gonna blow your taste buds away. You’ve seen me grill, smoke, and sizzle up some mean dishes, but today, we’re talking about a recipe that’s so simple yet so incredibly delicious – My Honey Garlic Bacon Wrapped Shrimp.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. Jumbo Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 lb. Bacon
• 2 tbsp Honey
• 3 tbsp Lime Juice
• 3 tsp minced Garlic
• 1 tsp Olive Oil
• 1 tsp finely grated fresh Ginger
• Salt and freshly Ground Pepper, to taste

Dipping Sauce

• 1/3 cup Honey
• 3 tbsp Lime Juice

Instructions:

Preparing the Shrimp

Let’s start by preheating the oven to broil on high. As we gear up, let’s explore the ingredients together.

• Garlic Press Magic: Crush the garlic finely using a garlic press – a kitchen must-have.
• Fresh Ginger Zing: Grate fresh ginger for that extra burst of flavor.
• Soak Those Toothpicks: Ensure your toothpicks are soaked for at least an hour to prevent burning in the oven.

Creating the Marinade

1. Shrimp Marinade: Mix minced garlic, lime juice, honey, olive oil, grated ginger, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Generously coat the shrimp, allowing them to soak in the delightful flavors.
2. Wrapping Time: Wrap each shrimp with a slice of bacon, securing it with a pre-soaked toothpick – a bacon blanket for each shrimp.

Into the Oven

Place the Garlic bacon wrapped shrimp on a rack in the middle of the preheated oven and broil for 10 minutes. Keep a close eye on them for that perfect crispiness.

The Flip and Honey Glaze

1. Flip It Good: After 10 minutes, flip the shrimp to ensure even cooking.
2. Honey Glaze: Drizzle a mixture of honey and lime juice over the top. Pop them back in the oven for another 5 minutes.

Dipping Sauce:

While the shrimp sizzle, whip up a quick dipping sauce by mixing honey and lime juice to your preferred sweetness and tanginess levels.

There you have it, A straightforward recipe for Honey Garlic Bacon Wrapped Shrimp that’s sure to be a hit. It’s a symphony of flavors with minimal effort, making it suitable for both seasoned chefs and kitchen newbies. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and let the magic begin.