Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp Cocktail

Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp Cocktail

This elegant appetizer features succulent shrimp wrapped in salty prosciutto, served with a tangy cocktail sauce.

Ingredients

  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)
  • Fresh lemon wedges (for serving)
  • Cocktail sauce (1 cup)
  • Black pepper (to taste)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Olive oil (1 tablespoon)
  • Prosciutto slices (9 slices, halved lengthwise)
  • Large shrimp (18 pieces, peeled and deveined)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wrap each shrimp with a halved slice of prosciutto, securing it with a toothpick.
  3. Place the wrapped shrimp on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Drizzle the shrimp with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the shrimp is cooked through and the prosciutto is crispy.
  6. Meanwhile, prepare the cocktail sauce by combining the cocktail sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
  7. Once the shrimp is cooked, remove the toothpicks and arrange the shrimp on a serving platter.
  8. Serve the prosciutto wrapped shrimp with the cocktail sauce, fresh lemon wedges, and garnish with fresh parsley.

Dietary Information

Dish Type: Appetizer • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 10 minutes • Calories: 180 • Fat: 8g • Carbs: 5g • Protein: 20g • Sodium: 400mg • Sugar: 2g