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Ultimate Easy Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp with Sweet & Spicy Broiler Glaze

Close-up of several perfectly cooked bacon wrapped shrimp glazed with a sweet and savory sauce, served on a white plate.
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Make this easy bacon-wrapped shrimp appetizer using a quick broiler method for perfectly crispy bacon and juicy shrimp in under 30 minutes. This recipe features a sweet and savory glaze ideal for parties or weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp (21–25 count), peeled and deveined
  • 12 thin slices bacon, cut in half crosswise
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha or other chili sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven broiler and position a rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top of the foil-lined sheet.
  2. Pat the shrimp completely dry using paper towels. This step helps the bacon crisp.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, Sriracha, and minced garlic to create the glaze.
  4. Take one slice of bacon and wrap it around each shrimp, securing the end with a toothpick if necessary. Place the wrapped shrimp on the wire rack.
  5. Brush half of the glaze mixture evenly over the tops of the bacon-wrapped shrimp.
  6. Place the baking sheet under the broiler. Broil for 4 to 6 minutes, watching closely until the bacon starts to brown.
  7. Remove the pan from the oven. Flip the shrimp carefully. Brush the remaining glaze over the second side.
  8. Return to the broiler for another 3 to 5 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the shrimp is opaque and cooked through.
  9. Remove from the oven, discard toothpicks, and sprinkle with black pepper before serving immediately.

Notes

  • For the crispiest bacon, use thin-cut bacon instead of thick-cut.
  • If you prefer baking over broiling, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • You can stuff the shrimp with a small piece of jalapeño or cream cheese before wrapping for a stuffed bacon wrapped shrimp variation.
  • Patting the shrimp dry is key to achieving restaurant style bacon wrapped shrimp texture.

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