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Keto Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Recipe-6
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Keto Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Recipe

This easy bacon wrapped shrimp recipe takes just 22 minutes to make, it's Keto, Paleo and Whole30, and it yields the best appetizers ever.
Course Appetizer, dinner, lunch
Cuisine American, Keto, Paleo, Whole30
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 891kcal
Author Mihaela

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) extra large raw shrimp peeled, deveined, tail on
  • sea salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 6-8 very thin slices of bacon (about 12 oz. / 340g)

Keto white Sauce:

  • 1 cup (240ml) mayonnaise
  • 1 Tbsp dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp prepared horseradish
  • 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • sea salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking tray with parchment paper.
  • Place the raw shrimp into a bowl and sprinkle with seasonings. Drizzle olive oil and fresh lemon juice and gently toss to coat.
  • Cut the bacon strips in half and wrap each shrimp in one bacon half-slice. Insert a toothpick through the bacon to secure the wrap.
  • Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on the prepared pan. Roast the bacon wrapped shrimp for 10-12 minutes, flipping it halfway.
  • Meanwhile, combine all sauce ingredients in a jug and whisk to emulsify. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Once the shrimp is done, carefully remove the toothpicks and transfer it to a serving plate.
  • Serve with white Keto sauce.

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Notes

Please read the Tips & Tricks in the article before making this easy bacon wrapped shrimp recipe. Below is just a summary:
  1. If you want to make this bacon shrimp recipe Paleo and Whole30, use sugar-free bacon, without nitrates, additives or MSG.
  2. You can also grill the bacon wrapped shrimp or cook them on the stovetop. See how at Tip #1.
  3. The bacon slices should be very thin but if you have to use normal ones you'll have to precook them. See how at Tip #2.
  4. If you want to serve the bacon wrapped shrimp as a main, you'd have to pair them with other foods and you can find some great ideas at Tip #4.

Nutrition

Calories: 891kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 81g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 365mg | Sodium: 1876mg | Potassium: 316mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 406IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 3mg