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    Culinary Lion » Recipes » Keto Dinner Recipes » Grilled Tuscan Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp

    Grilled Tuscan Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp

    by Frank Campanella Leave a Comment

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    Tuscan Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp Recipe

    These Tuscan Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp are a fantastic appetizer that you make make on the grill at your next cookout.

    Tender shrimp and crispy prosciutto marinated in Italian herbs and spices then grilled to perfection make this one of my favorite keto appetizers.

    Looking for more Keto Seafood Recipes? Checkout my Seafood Imperial, Low Carb Crab Cakes and Chipotle Shrimp Pasta

    Grilled Prosciutto wrapped Shrimp served with Calabrian chili aioli

    Ingredient List For Tuscan Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp

    • 1 lb Jumbo Shrimp avg. 16-20 shrimp per pound
    • Avocado Oil
    • Sliced Prosciutto 10-12 Slices
    • Fresh Basil 16-20 Leaves
    • Italian Seasoning
    • Balsamic Vinegar
    • Real Salt
    • Crushed Red Chili Flakes
    • Lemon juice and zest
    Grilled Prosciutto wrapped Shrimp served with Calabrian chili aioli

    Preparing the Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp for the Grill

    This is a great appetizer for parties because 90%of the work can be done ahead of time. Devien the shrimp and get them marinated so that you can wrap them with the basil and prosciutto and keep in the fridge until its time to grill.

    Since shrimp cook so quickly you can have them ready to serve in about 10 minutes if you prepped them ahead and preheat the grill.

    If your in a time run ch or really want to keep things simple you can use a store bought Italian dressing to marinate the shrimp.

    prepped shrimp wrapped with fresh basil and prosciutto

    Dipping Sauce For The Shrimp

    As far as dipping sauces go I went with my Spicy Calabrian Chili aioli but you can use a creamy Italian or any sauce you prefer.

    Calabrian Chili Aioli

    • ½ cup Mayonnaise
    • 1 tbsp Calabrian Chiles
    • 2 tsp Red Wine Vinegar
    • 1 tsp Parsley
    • 1 tsp Water
    Grilled Prosciutto wrapped Shrimp served with Calabrian chili aioli
    dipping a prosciutto wrapped shrimp into a spicy Calabrian chili aioli

    Questions About Making Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp

    Can you make Tuscan prosciutto wrapped shrimp if you don’t have a grill?

    Sure, If you don’t have a grill you can make the prosciutto wrapped shrimp in a pan following the same grilling instructions. You can also Air Fry These Shrimp for about 10 minutes at 400 flipping half way through the cooking process.

    Can you substitute bacon instead of prosciutto?

    Yes, If you use bacon choose a thin cut so that the bacon can get crispy and not overcook the shrimp. What for flare ups on the grill because of the higher fat content of bacon.

    Is a gas grill or a charcoal grill better?

    Either one will work. I personally have both a types of grills. Sometimes if I just want to keep it simple the gas grill is just easier. I will say that the flavor from a charcoal grill does make a difference.

    How do you tell when the shrimp are cooked?

    Shrimp don’t take very long to cook, normally 3-4 minutes per side is plenty. Look for the color of the shrimp to turn from an opaque color to a solid white and red.

    What size shrimp should you use for this recipe?

    This is a recipe that I recommend spending a few extra bucks and get the biggest shrimp you can afford. 10/15 count shrimp are fantastic. I wouldn’t buy any shrimp smaller then 21/25 count shrimp for this recipe.

    Grilled Prosciutto wrapped Shrimp served with Calabrian chili aioli

    More Keto Seafood Recipes

    • Clams Casino
    • Sriracha Lobster Roll Tacos
    • Seafood Imperial
    • Low Carb Crab Cakes
    • Chesapeake Crab Dip

    Grilled Prosciutto wrapped Shrimp served with Calabrian chili aioli

    Tuscan Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp

    Crispy grilled shrimp wrapped in prosciutto with fresh basil, lemon and italian seasonings
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Keyword: Pickled Shrimp, prosciutto
    Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 309kcal
    Author: Culinary Lion

    Equipment

    • indoor or outdoor grill

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb Jumbo Shrimp avg. 16-20 shrimp per pound
    • 2 tbsp Avocado Oil
    • ¼ Lb Sliced Prosciutto 10-12 Slices
    • 1 oz Fresh Basil 16-20 Leaves
    • 2 tsp Italian Seasoning
    • 1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
    • ¼ tsp Real Salt
    • ¼ tsp Crushed Red Chili Flakes
    • 1 Lemon juice and zest

    Instructions

    • Peel and devein shrimp leaving the tails on. In a bowl combine Avocado oil, balsamic vinegar, italian seasoning, lemon juice and zest, salt and crushed red pepper flakes. Marinate shrimp in the mixture for at least 1 hour, preferably 4-6 hours
    • Layout your prosciutto slices then cut in half lengthwise then wrap each shrimp with a leaf of basil covering as much of the shrimp as possible. Start just above the tail and wrap on a diagonal until you reach the top of the shrimp.
    • Heat your grill to about 450 degrees F. Grill shrimp for 3-4 minutes per side. Once the shrimp are fully cooked remove immediately onto a serving plate. Lay a sheet of foil over the top to keep the shrimp warm.

    Notes

    Serving size: 4-5 Shrimp

    Nutrition

    Calories: 309kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 304mg | Sodium: 1218mg | Potassium: 225mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 444IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 203mg | Iron: 3mg

    Nutrition Facts
    Tuscan Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 309 Calories from Fat 180
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 20g31%
    Saturated Fat 5g31%
    Trans Fat 1g
    Cholesterol 304mg101%
    Sodium 1218mg53%
    Potassium 225mg6%
    Carbohydrates 2g1%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 27g54%
    Vitamin A 444IU9%
    Vitamin C 20mg24%
    Calcium 203mg20%
    Iron 3mg17%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Grilled Prosciutto wrapped Shrimp served with Calabrian chili aioli

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    Hey Everyone, My name is Frank Campanella. I've spent the last 20 years as a chef in restaurants throughout the mid Atlantic cooking everything from seafood and steak to classic pub grub. Now I'm taking all thoses recipes and giving them a low carb/ Keto facelift. I hope you love flavorful delicious food because that is the only recipe you will find here. Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to sign up for the mailing list so you can get all the latest recipes.

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