Jumbo Shrimp Wrapped In Prosciutto Di Parma Food

PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED SHRIMP

Steps:

• Peel shrimp, without removing tail, devein if necessary.
• Tear each slice of prosciutto lengthwise into 2 long pieces; wrap 1 strip around centre of each shrimp In a shallow bowl, stir together oil, garlic and hot pepper sauce.
• Add shrimp, turning to coat evenly.
• Cover and marinate in refrigerator for at least 1 hour or for up to 4 hours.
• On greased grill over medium heat or under broiler, cook shrimp for about 3 minutes per side or until pink and firm.

JUMBO SHRIMP WRAPPED WITH ARUGULA AND PROSCIUTTO

Steps:

• Place shrimp in shallow dish and add lemon zest and juice, garlic, salt, pepper and extra-virgin olive oil. Toss shrimp to coat evenly with dressing. Arrange the arugula in piles of 2 or 3 leaves, working with 6 piles at a time. Pile up 3 slices of prosciutto and cut in half across.
• To assemble the shrimp, place 1 shrimp on each pile of 2 or 3 arugula leaves then wrap the leaves up with the shrimp using the prosciutto. Assemble 6 pieces at a time, like an assembly line. Nest a grape tomato into the curve of the prosciutto wrapped shrimp and secure into place with a party pick.
• Arrange the shrimp appetizers on a platter and don't forget to put out a small empty bowl near the shrimp platter to collect the tails of shrimp and party picks, once guests finish the appetizers.

PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED SCAMPI

Steps:

• Combine shrimp, wine, oil, garlic and crushed pepper in bowl; toss to coat. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour.
• Preheat broiler. Drain shrimp, reserving marinade. Wrap 1 prosciutto strip around each shrimp. Arrange 3 shrimp in each of 4 shallow broiler-proof dishes, tucking ends of prosciutto strips under shrimp. Drizzle 1 tablespoon marinade over shrimp in each dish.
• Broil shrimp about 6 inches from heat source until prosciutto begins to crisp and shrimp are cooked through; watch closely to avoid burning, about 6 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve with lemon wedges.

JUMBO SHRIMP WITH PROSCIUTTO AND BASIL

Steps:

• Combine the wine, oil, lemon juice, mustard, chopped basil, and peppercorns and pour over the shrimp in a shallow bowl.
• Marinate in the refrigerator at least 3 hours, turning the shrimp occasionally.
• Prepare grill.
• Remove the shrimp from marinade, reserving it to baste the shrimp while cooking.
• Wrap the middle of each shrimp first with a basil leaf and then with a slice of the prosciutto.
• Thread the shrimp on 4 metal skewers, 4 to a skewer.
• Grill shrimp, basting with marinade for several minutes on each side.
• Serve immediately.

SHRIMP WRAPPED IN PROSCIUTTO WITH CURRY VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine the chicken broth, curry powder, shallots and peppercorns in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium-high heat until reduced by half, about 10 minutes. Strain into a medium-size glass or ceramic bowl. For the vinaigrette, whisk in the vinegar and 4 teaspoons of the olive oil. Set aside.
• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Wrap 1 slice of prosciutto tightly around each shrimp. Trim. Combine the flour and white pepper. Dust the shrimp with the pepper mixture. Heat the remaining olive oil in a large saute pan over high heat. Working in batches, add the shrimp and cook until golden, about 2 minutes on each side. Transfer cooked shrimp to a baking sheet.
• Bake shrimp until opaque, about 3 minutes. Brush with vinaigrette. Serve.

SHRIMP WRAPPED WITH PROSCIUTTO

Steps:

• In a medium-size pot bring water to a boil. Add butter, salt, and pepper. Mix in dry polenta and let cook until thickened, approximately 8 minutes.
• When the polenta has thickened, gently blend mascarpone cheese into it. Remove the pan from heat. Spread polenta-cheese mixture to a 2-inch thickness on an oil-coated surface. When cool, cut a disk using a drinking glass as a cutter. Saute polenta disks in olive oil, in a non-stick skillet. Set aside. (Can be prepared in advance).
• Coat shrimp with hazelnuts and wrap each with a slice of ham. In a skillet, saute shrimp carefully in remaining olive oil. Remove shrimp from the pan and keep them warm.
• Pour hazelnut liquor into another skillet (or the same skillet used to saute the shrimp, cleaned). When hazelnut flavored liquor is hot (but well under the boiling point), carefully flambe (by touching the edge of the pan with the flame of a match or taper). Be careful and stand back when cooking with open flame! When flames die down, add cream and remaining hazelnuts. Lower heat and continue cooking until mixture thickens.
• To assemble, place a polenta disk in the center of a serving dish. Arrange shrimp around the plate. Drizzle sauce mixture on top. Garnish with green onions.

PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED SHRIMP WITH GARLIC DIPPING SAUCE

Steps:

• Place 1 prosciutto slice on work surface, short end parallel to edge. Place 1 basil leaf at 1 short end of prosciutto slice. Place 1 shrimp atop basil leaf. Roll up shrimp in prosciutto. Thread shrimp on skewer. Repeat with remaining prosciutto, basil, shrimp and skewers. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Wrap tightly in plastic and refrigerate.)
• Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat broiler. Combine vinegar, mustard and garlic in blender. Gradually add oil; blend well. Transfer to small bowl. Season sauce with salt and pepper.
• Grill wrapped shrimp until opaque in center, turning frequently, about 6 minutes. Transfer to platter. Serve hot or at room temperature with sauce.