Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Shrimp
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 6
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      pounds        jumbo shrimp -- peeled and deveined
   3      tablespoons   red wine vinegar
   3      tablespoons   canola oil
   1      clove         garlic -- mashed
   1      teaspoon      snipped fresh oregano
     1/4  teaspoon      garlic powder
   1      tablespoon    chopped fresh parsley
   1                    red onion -- sliced
                        salt and pepper
  18      slices        bacon -- cut in half
 

Preparation:

1. In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients except the bacon. Cover and chill for 8 to 12 hours. Remove the shrimp and set aside. Pour the liquid into a small saucepan. 2. Over medium-low heat, cook the liquid until reduced to about 1 cup. 3. Position the broiler rack 6 inches from the heat and preheat the broiler. Lightly grease a broiler tray. 4. Wrap each shrimp with 1/2 a strip of bacon and lay on the tray, seasoning each with salt and pepper before rolling up. Broil for 3 to 4 minutes or until the bacon is crisp. To serve: Place the liquid in a dipping cup in the center of a plate or tray, arrange a bed of lettuce leaves on the tray and place the shrimp on the leaves with toothpicks on the side.