Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
By Traeger Kitchen
Bacon and shrimp were born to be together. For the perfect doneness, give bacon a head-start on the grill, then when it sizzles, wrap your shrimp and cook till crispy.
Prep Time
5 Min
Cook Time
20 Min
Pellets
Pecan
Ingredients
This recipe serves:
6
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| 1 1/2 Pound | jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined |
| 10 Strips | bacon |
| As Needed | cheesy grits, for serving |
Marinade
| 1/4 Cup | Olive oil |
| 2 Tablespoon | Fresh lemon juice |
| 1 Teaspoon | fresh chopped parsley |
| 1 Tablespoon | lemon zest |
| 1 Teaspoon | minced garlic |
| 1 Teaspoon | Salt |
| 1/2 Teaspoon | Black pepper |
Steps
1
Rinse the shrimp under cold running water and dry thoroughly on paper towels.
2
Transfer to a resealable bag or a bowl.
3
For the Marinade: Combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, salt, pepper and parsley in a small jar with a tight-fitting lid, and shake vigorously until combined.
4
Pour over the shrimp and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
5
When ready to cook, set the Traeger temperature to 400°F and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes.
400 ˚F / 204 ˚C
6
Lay the bacon strips diagonally on the grill grate and grill for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the bacon is partially cooked but still very pliable.
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7
Cut each strip in half width-wise. Leave the grill on.
8
Drain the shrimp, discarding the marinade.
9
Wrap a strip of bacon around the body of each shrimp, securing with a toothpick.
10
Grill for 4 minutes per side, turning once. Serve over cheesy grits, if desired. Enjoy!
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