Air fryer Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
This bacon wrapped shrimp in air fryer is a delightful appetizer. Very easy and quick to make, it is addictive. Oven instructions are provided.
Servings 10
Calories 133kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb. shrimp jumbo
- 10 strip bacon cut into halves
- 2 tbsp. BBQ sauce
Spice Rub
- 1 tsp. cayenne or paprika
- ½ tsp. pepper
- ½ tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
Instructions
- Take thawed shrimp or prawns. I cooled them in the fridge before using. Cut each bacon strip into half. I used thin-cut bacon. Depending on the size of the shrimp use ½ to 1 strip of bacon per shrimp. I also made my own rub as I like some added spice. You can skip it if you just like bacon and shrimp.
- Make your spice mix by combining paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, pepper, salt. Rub it all over the shrimp.
- Tightly wrap the bacon around the shrimp. I leave the bottom end of the bacon, tucked underneath the shrimp so that it does not unravel.
- You could also use a toothpick to keep the bacon wound well.
Air Frying
- Preheat air fryer at 350F or 175C for 3 minutes. This is so that your bacon sizzles as soon as it gets into the air fryer.
- Place bacon wrapped shrimp onto the air fryer basket. I have used jumbo shrimp here. Brush wrapped shrimp with BBQ sauce. This gives the shrimp gave it a delicious flavor.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes at 350F or 175C till bacon is crispy and shrimp is cooked through.
- For smaller shrimp, you will need lesser time so keep an eye on that.
- Once done, take out your bacon wrapped shrimp and serve hot with a dip of choice. Chipotle mayo goes well.
Baking
- Bake them in a preheated oven at 390F for 20 minutes or till the bacon is cooked.
- Do check the baking times as that will depend upon the size of your shrimp and your oven type.
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Notes
1. In case you wish to store the bacon wrapped shrimp in the fridge, you can store in an air tight container for up to 2 days.
2. You can freeze the same for up to 3 months. Thaw and air fry or bake later.
3. Do not use very thick bacon or the shrimp will get overcooked by the time the bacon gets browned.
4. You can use frozen shrimp too as they are easier to wrap. Your air frying time will increase by a minute or two for frozen shrimp.
5. Don't overcrowd the basket when air frying so that the shrimp cooks evenly.
6. Don’t use small shrimp or they will be overcooked by the time the bacon is done.
2. You can freeze the same for up to 3 months. Thaw and air fry or bake later.
3. Do not use very thick bacon or the shrimp will get overcooked by the time the bacon gets browned.
4. You can use frozen shrimp too as they are easier to wrap. Your air frying time will increase by a minute or two for frozen shrimp.
5. Don't overcrowd the basket when air frying so that the shrimp cooks evenly.
6. Don’t use small shrimp or they will be overcooked by the time the bacon is done.
Nutrition
Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 529mg | Potassium: 124mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 311IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 0.5mg