Mozzarella and Asparagus Stuffed Shrimp Recipe

Name: Mozzarella and Asparagus Stuffed Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 30 uncooked jumbo shrimp or 30 uncooked x-large shrimp, cleaned and deveined; 30 fresh asparagus spears, steamed (canned is okay, but fresh holds up much better); 30 slices mozzarella cheese; 30 slices thin pancetta (Italian cured dried ham); ¾ cup butter, melted; 6 -8 cloves very finely minced fresh garlic (optional); ¼ cup lemon juice; ¼ cup white wine; ½ cup breadcrumbs; black pepper; ⅓ cup grated romano cheese or ⅓ cup parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

30 uncooked jumbo shrimp or 30 uncooked x-large shrimp, cleaned and deveined
30 fresh asparagus spears, steamed (canned is okay, but fresh holds up much better)
30 slices mozzarella cheese
30 slices thin pancetta (Italian cured dried ham)
¾ cup butter, melted
6 -8 cloves very finely minced fresh garlic (optional)
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup white wine
½ cup breadcrumbs
black pepper
⅓ cup grated romano cheese or ⅓ cup parmesan cheese

1
Set oven to 450 degrees.
2
Prepared a baking pan (large enough to hold all the shrimp).
3
Peel, clean and butterfly the shrimp (slice down the center, but not all the way through).
4
Place one piece of mozzarella cheese, and one piece of asparagus in the shrimp; then wrap with a piece of pancetta (leaving the tail of the shrimp sticking out).
5
Lay the shrimp carefully and evenly into the prepared baking pan; top with melted butter (mixed with the fresh garlic, if using), wine and lemon juice.
6
Sprinkle with the bread crumbs, romano cheese and black pepper.
7
Bake for 12 minutes.
8
Remove to a platter or serving dish; top with the pan drippings-- DELICIOUS!
9
Note: fresh very finely minced fresh garlic may be added with the melted butter.

2136

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

272

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 30 uncooked jumbo shrimp or 30 uncooked x-large shrimp, cleaned and deveined, 30 fresh asparagus spears, steamed (canned is okay, but fresh holds up much better), 30 slices mozzarella cheese, 30 slices thin pancetta (Italian cured dried ham), and more.

Yes, Mozzarella and Asparagus Stuffed Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Mozzarella and Asparagus Stuffed Shrimp

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