The perfect light appetizer before any festivities… Crispy Bacon Wrapped Barbecue Honey Garlic Prawns (or Shrimp) to kick start your holiday!
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp (Prawns):
1/3 cup barbecue sauce
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
Salt to season
500g | 1lb large shrimp (prawns), peeled and deveined, tails intact
14 bacon slices
Guacamole:
3 large ripe avocados, mashed
8 grape or cherry tomatoes, finely sliced
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper/capsicum
3 shallots (or scallions), peeled and thinly sliced
1-2 tablespoons lemon juice (adjust to your tastes)
salt and pepper to season
Preheat oven to grill (or broil settings) on medium-high heat, with rack on the top third half of the oven (just above half way).
Combine sauces, honey, juice, garlic, oil and ginger in a shallow bowl. Season with salt (if needed); add the prawns and allow to marinade for 10 minutes (optional).
In the meantime, cut bacon slices in half lengthwise. Wrap one bacon slice around each (prawn) and repeat until all done. Arrange the prawns in a single layer on a lined baking tray/sheet. Grill/broil for 10 minutes until bacon is crispy and sizzling. Turn and grill/broil for a further 5 minutes until shrimp/prawns are cooked through.
While shrimp/prawns are grilling, prepare your guacamole. Combine all guac ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly to combine.
Serve the shrimp/prawns with the guac!