Garlic Lime Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Garlic Lime Bacon-Wrapped 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 Garlic Lime Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• salt and pepper to taste
• 10 cooked medium shrimp,
• shelled and deveined
• 5 slices peppered bacon, cut in
• half
• 1 (4 ounce) can whole green chili
• peppers, drained, and sliced
• lengthwise
• 1 avocado - peeled, pitted and
• diced (optional)
• 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)

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.

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

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Whisk together the oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Toss the shrimp in the marinade, then refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Preheat an indoor electric grill for medium-high heat

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Remove the shrimp from the marinade, and shake off excess

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Wrap each shrimp with a strip of chili pepper, then half a bacon slice

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Secure with a toothpick