This bacon-wrapped shrimp recipe can be made in an air fryer for a quick and crispy snack, with an option for oven baking for those who prefer it. It's an easy dish with a garlic butter flavor, offering both convenience and great flavor.
Ingredients
1poundraw shrimpapproximately 15-20, peeled and deveined
4ouncesbacon slicescut in half
2tablespoonsunsalted buttermelted
2clovesgarlicfinely minced
1tablespoonfresh parsleyfinely chopped
½teaspoonsalt
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and salt. Stir well to mix.
Lay the shrimp out flat. Wrap each shrimp with a half slice of bacon, securing the bacon in place with a toothpick to keep it wrapped tightly.
Brush each bacon-wrapped shrimp generously with the garlic butter mixture.
Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Place half of the bacon-wrapped shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not touching.
Cook for 6 minutes, then check for doneness. If the shrimp are not fully cooked or the bacon isn't crisp to your liking, continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes.
There is no need to turn the shrimp during cooking. Once done, remove them from the air fryer and repeat with the remaining batch.
Serve the bacon-wrapped shrimp hot with your choice of dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
Shrimp Preparation: Ensure shrimp are thoroughly dried before wrapping with bacon to achieve optimal crispiness.
Bacon Choice: Thin-cut bacon is preferable as it wraps easily around the shrimp and cooks to a perfect crispness without overcooking the shrimp.
Cooking Options: This recipe can be cooked in both an air fryer and an oven. The air fryer offers a quicker cooking time and a crispier finish, while the oven is great for larger batches.
Serving Suggestion: Serve these bacon wrapped shrimp with your favorite dipping sauces for added flavor.
Make-Ahead Tip: You can prepare these shrimp ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until you're ready to cook.
Leftovers: Store any leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.