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Prosciutto-wrapped Basil Shrimp Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 8 lemon wedges, for serving
  • 1 tbsp sliced fresh basil
  •  Cooking spray
  • 20 large frozen peeled deveined shrimp, thawed
  • 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • 10 (about 4 oz) very thin slices prosciutto
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Directions
  • Step #1 Preheat broiler.
  • Step #2 In a medium bowl, red pepper flakes, olive oil, basil, mix the shrimp, salt, zest, & black pepper.
  • Step #3 Mix well & set aside.
  • Step #4 Lay the prosciutto slices on a large work surface, & cut prosciutto in half lengthwise so you have 20 pieces.
  • Step #5 Wrap the prosciutto around each shrimp, leaving the tail hanging out, & thread on an 8-inch skewer.
  • Step #6 Repeat with remaining shrimp for a total of 4 skewers with 5 shrimp each.
  • Step #7 Place the skewers on a broiling pan lightly coated with cooking spray.
  • Step #8 Broil the shrimp 2 mins on each side.
  • Step #9 Serve hot with lemon wedges.
  • Enjoy the Prosciutto-Wrapped Basil Shrimp recipe

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