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Bacon Bites Flambe Recipe

Elevate your appetizer game with these fiery Bacon Bites Flambe! This impressive recipe, inspired by the Junior League of Greater Lakeland, Florida, features succulent shrimp wrapped in crispy bacon, then flambéed with rum for a show-stopping finish. Perfect for parties, holidays, or a special night in.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 323.9 kcal
Protein 49g
Rating 3.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bacon Bites Flambe

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 6-8 slices bacon, cut in half lengthwise
  • 1/4 cup dark rum

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How to Make Bacon Bites Flambe

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
  3. Wrap each shrimp with a half-slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
  4. Arrange bacon-wrapped shrimp in a single layer in a shallow baking dish.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until bacon is crispy and shrimp is cooked through.
  6. Carefully transfer the shrimp to a heatproof chafing dish or oven-safe serving dish.
  7. In a small saucepan, gently warm the rum over low heat. (Do not boil)
  8. Carefully pour the warm rum over the shrimp. Using a long lighter, ignite the rum. (Flambé should be done in a well-ventilated area)
  9. Let the flames die down completely before serving immediately. Enjoy the delicious smoky-sweet flavor!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

29g

Carbs

0g

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