Shrimp Wrapped In Ham Recipe

Name: Shrimp Wrapped In Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dressing; 2 tomatoes, peeled and seeded; 1 small red onion, very finely chopped; 4 tablespoons very finely chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon capers, drained,rinsed,chopped; 1 large fresh lemon rind, of finely grated; 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon sherry wine vinegar; Shrimp; 16 slices thin prosciutto; 16 raw jumbo shrimp, shelled and deveined,tails intact; extra virgin olive oil, extra

Servings: persons

Dressing
2 tomatoes, peeled and seeded
1 small red onion, very finely chopped
4 tablespoons very finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon capers, drained,rinsed,chopped
1 large fresh lemon rind, of finely grated
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon sherry wine vinegar
Shrimp
16 slices thin prosciutto
16 raw jumbo shrimp, shelled and deveined,tails intact
extra virgin olive oil, extra

1
Dressing: Finely chop the prepared tomato flesh and put it, the onion, parsley, capers and lemon rind in a bowl.
2
Mix gently.
3
Combine the oil and vinegar and add the other ingredients.
4
Set aside until required.
5
Shrimp: Wrap a slice of ham around each shrimp and rub with a little of the extra oil.
6
Place the shrimp in a heatproof dish large enough to hold them in a single layer.
7
Bake in a preheated oven 325f/160f for 10 minutes.
8
Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter and spoon the dressing over.
9
Serve at once, or let cool to room temperature.
10
To peel the tomatoes, remove the core and cut a small cross in the top of each one.
11
Put them in a heatproof bowl and cover with boiling water, allow to stand for 30 seconds.
12
Remove with a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice water.
13
Peel the skin off, then cut in half and scoop out the seeds with a teaspoon.

557

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dressing, 2 tomatoes, peeled and seeded, 1 small red onion, very finely chopped, 4 tablespoons very finely chopped fresh parsley, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Wrapped In Ham 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.

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Shrimp Wrapped In Ham

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Variations & substitutions

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