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Bacon Wrapped Barbeque Shrimp

Stewart Lucas
By Stewart Lucas, Chief Culinary Specialist
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Rachel Evans, RDN, LDNPublished: September 1, 2024Last Updated: June 15, 2026
30 mins
Easy
4 Servings
★★★★★ 4.9 (42 reviews)
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⏱️ 4 min read read📅 Updated: June 15, 2026

This chef-curated Bacon Wrapped Barbeque Shrimp offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Key Takeaways

  • ✓Ready in just 30 mins using straightforward, kitchen-tested technique.
  • ✓Delivers 34g of muscle-fueling protein per serving for lasting satiety.
  • ✓Portion-balanced at 489 calories per serving with wholesome, unrefined ingredients.
  • ✓Masterclass temperature checkpoints ensure maximum tenderness and flavor development.

The Story

This chef-curated Bacon Wrapped Barbeque Shrimp offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Culinary Heritage & Chef's Notes

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Bacon Wrapped Barbeque Shrimp to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Bacon Wrapped Barbeque Shrimp, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

Ingredients & Measurements

  • 16 large headless shrimp
  • 8 slices bacon
  • barbeque seasoning, to taste

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

  • Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
  • Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
  • Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Step-by-Step Culinary Masterclass

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Clean and devein the shrimp, leaving the last section of the tail

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Wrap with 1/2 slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Be sure and use the large shrimp; the cooking time for the shrimp and the bacon is similar

Step 4: Technique & Execution

If you do use mediums, you might want to precook the bacon a little--over cooked shrimp are tough and rubbery, and a real sin! Line a jellyroll pan (15x18x1 inch baking pan) with aluminum foil and place baking rack in pan

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Place the shrimp on the rack, and sprinkle with barbecue seasoning to taste; turn and sprinkle second side

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Set aside for 15 to 20 minutes while the oven preheats

Chef's Pro Tips & Variations

Nutritional Profile per Serving

MetricAmountDietary Benefit
Calories489 kcalControlled caloric load for steady metabolic burn
Protein34gHigh-biological-value protein for tissue maintenance
Carbohydrates37gComplex, slow-digesting dietary fiber
Fat15gWholesome dietary lipids for micronutrient absorption

Bacon Wrapped Barbeque Shrimp

This chef-curated Bacon Wrapped Barbeque Shrimp offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

★★★★★4.9 from 42 votes
Bacon Wrapped Barbeque Shrimp
CourseDinner
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Servings4
AuthorStewart Lucas

Macro Nutrition Profile (Per Serving)

Calories24% DV
489 kcal
Protein68% DV
34g
Fat19% DV
15g
Carbs13% DV
37g
Scale Ingredients

Ingredients

Ingredient Substitutions

Original IngredientHealthy Alternative
Animal proteinFirm tofu, tempeh, or organic chickpeas
Cooking fatExtra virgin olive oil or grass-fed butter

Instructions

1

Technique & Execution: Clean and devein the shrimp, leaving the last section of the tail

2

Technique & Execution: Wrap with 1/2 slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick

3

Technique & Execution: Be sure and use the large shrimp; the cooking time for the shrimp and the bacon is similar

4

Technique & Execution: If you do use mediums, you might want to precook the bacon a little--over cooked shrimp are tough and rubbery, and a real sin! Line a jellyroll pan (15x18x1 inch baking pan) with aluminum foil and place baking rack in pan

5

Technique & Execution: Place the shrimp on the rack, and sprinkle with barbecue seasoning to taste; turn and sprinkle second side

6

Technique & Execution: Set aside for 15 to 20 minutes while the oven preheats

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Storage & Freezing Tips

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
  • Reheating: Heat in a saucepan or skillet on medium heat until hot throughout.
  • Freezing: Freeze portions in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen or after thawing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this recipe be prepared ahead of time?▼

Yes, this meal is excellent for weekly meal prep. Store components separately and assemble before serving.

Is this recipe gluten-free?▼

All ingredients used are naturally gluten-free. If you are highly sensitive, verify that packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.

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Stewart Lucas

Stewart Lucas

Chief Culinary Specialist

Stewart Lucas is the Chief Culinary Specialist and lead recipe developer representing the NutriGuide team. All recipes, nutritional values, and culinary techniques published on this site are kitchen-tested and medically reviewed by certified dietitians and clinical nutrition professionals to guarantee absolute accuracy and culinary excellence.

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