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