Skewered Shrimp And Scallops With Bacon Food

BACON-WRAPPED SEAFOOD SKEWERS

Steps:

• In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the lemon juice, cayenne and garlic powder; add shrimp and scallops. Seal bag and turn to coat; let stand for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp. Drain on paper towels. Drain and discard marinade. Wrap one bacon piece around each shrimp and scallop half. , On six metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread the shrimp, scallops and lemon wedges. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 8-12 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are opaque, turning occasionally. Remove from skewers; squeeze lemon wedges over seafood.

BACON-SHRIMP SKEWERS

Steps:

• Soak 16 wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 400 ̊.
• Place a chunk of pineapple on top of a shrimp, then wrap the whole thing in one of the half-slices of bacon. Stick a skewer through it to hold the pineapple, shrimp and bacon securely. Repeat to make more skewers, then lay them all on a wire rack set on a rimmed baking sheet. Brush generously with barbecue sauce on both sides.
• Roast the skewers for 10 minutes. Brush with a second coat of barbecue sauce, turning the skewers as you place them back on the rack. Return to the oven and bake until the bacon is sizzling and the shrimp are cooked through, about 15 more minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature.

PAN SEARED SHRIMP AND SCALLOP SKEWERS

Steps:

• Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium high to high heat.
• On bamboo skewers, thread 4 shrimp on 4 skewers, 4 scallops on each of 4 skewers. Season both shrimp and scallop skewers with salt and pepper on both sides. Combine paprika, crushed pepper, lemon zest and parsley in a small dish. Sprinkle combined herbs and spices over shrimp and rub. Add a 1/2 a turn of the pan of extra virgin olive oil, (1 1/2 teaspoons), to the hot skillet and sear the shrimps 3 minutes on each side or until curled and pink. Squeeze the juice of 1/2 lemon over the pan and remove to a warm platter. Return pan to the heat and add remaining oil. Cook scallops 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until caramel in color. Squeeze the juice of 1/2 lemon over the pan and transfer skewers to serving platter along side shrimp.

ALOUETTE BACON WRAPPED SCALLOPS AND SHRIMP

Steps:

• Heat a sauté pan over medium-high heat for 5 minutes.
• Fry bacon strips on each side for 1 minute until almost crisp, but still pliable.
• Set aside onto a paper towel. Drain grease from pan.
• In the same sauté pan over medium-high heat, sear scallops on both sides for 2 ½-3 minutes until caramelized on top, or opaque. Set aside.
• Sauté the shrimp in a sauté pan over medium high heat for 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
• Spread each bacon strip with 1/2 tablespoons of Alouette.
• Wrap the Alouette covered bacon around the side of the scallop.
• Skewer with a toothpick and arrange on a platter. Wrap each shrimp also with the Alouette covered bacon and skewer with a toothpick.
• Sprinkle with chopped scallions.
• Serve immediately.

SPICY SHRIMP 'N' SCALLOP SKEWERS

Steps:

• In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in seasonings; set aside and keep warm. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on. On six metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread shrimp and scallops., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill seafood, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are firm and opaque, basting occasionally with butter mixture.

SHRIMP AND SCALLOP KABOBS

Steps:

• In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, pepper sauce, garlic powder and onion powder; set aside 1/2 cup butter mixture for serving and keep warm., Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on. On four metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread shrimp and scallops. , Place skewers on greased grill rack. Cook, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are firm and opaque, basting occasionally with butter mixture. Serve with reserved butter.

SCALLOPS WITH BACON

Steps:

• Soak skewers in bowl of water. Drain. Wrap 1/2 slice bacon around scallop and place on skewer. In small bowl combine honey, vinegar, mustard and olive oil. Brush onto scallops and bacon. Place on baking pan and broil for 3-4 minutes per side or until crispy. Serve.

SHRIMP AND BEEF SKEWERS WITH SOY AND SCALLION BUTTER

Steps:

• For the butter: In a food processor, combine the butter, scallions, garlic, and soy sauce. Pulse until smooth. Place the mixture on a piece of plastic wrap and form into a log about 1-inch in diameter and 7 inches long. Roll the log in the plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm enough to slice, about 30 minutes. Slice into 1/4-inch pieces.
• For the skewers: In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Thread 4 pieces of mushroom onto 6 of the skewers. Thread 4 shrimp onto 7 of the skewers. Thread 4 pieces of the steak onto the remaining 7 skewers. Arrange the skewers in a single layer on 2 baking sheets. Spoon the oil mixture over the top and marinate for 15 minutes.
• Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill. Grill the beef skewers for 3 minutes each side for medium-well. Let the meat rest for 5 minutes. Grill the shrimp skewers for 2 minutes each side until opaque and cooked through. Grill the mushroom skewers for 4 minutes each side until tender. Arrange the skewers on a platter and serve with the sliced butter.

SHRIMP AND SCALLOPS WITH BACON

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425°F.
• Place the shrimp and scallops in a shallow dish or bowl. Dress the seafood with the lime juice and zest, sesame oil, grill seasoning, and hot red pepper flakes. Wrap each shrimp and scallop with a half slice of bacon. Wrap each shrimp from head to tail, pulling the bacon snuggly around the shrimp. Wrap the bacon around the outside of each scallop. Fasten the bacon in place with toothpicks.
• Arrange the shrimp and scallops on a slotted baking pan, such as a broiler pan, to allow it to drain while the bacon crisps. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, until the shrimp is pink and curled, the scallops are opaque, and the bacon is crisp. Check after 8 minutes; the shrimp might finish before the scallops.
• Arrange the cooked seafood on a platter and sprinkle with chopped scallions.

GRILLED SHRIMP & SCALLOPS WITH WARM BACON VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Preheat grill to high.
• Fry bacon for the vinaigrette in a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
• Pour of all drippings, leaving bacon bits in the pan.
• Stir in 2 Tablespoons oil, vinegar, sugar or sugar substitute, and lime juice.
• Off heat, season with salt and pepper; keep warm.
• Toss seafood with remaining oil, garlic, salt, pepper and pepper flakes in a bowl.
• Thread shrimp and scallops onto separate metal skewers(I don't know about wooden skewers ~ however, if you should use, soak in water before using).
• Grill scallops on bothe sides until cooked through 3-4 minutes per side.
• Grill shrimp until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side.
• Remove seafood from skewers and arrange on plates, then drizzle with vinaigrette and sprinkle with cilantro.
• Serve with yellow rice, fried ripe plantains, and a salad of red peppers and sliced tomatoes and a lovely wine.
• Enjoy!

SCALLOP AND BACON KABOBS

Steps:

• Place the scallops, pineapple pieces, and vegetables in a large shallow container. Combine the remaining ingredients except the bacon. Stir well and pour the mixture over the scallops. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, stirring frequently.
• Cook the bacon until limp but not browned. Drain and set aside.
• Remove the scallops, pineapple and vegetables from the marinade, reserving the marinade. Alternate with the bacon on the skewers. (If using wooden skewers, soak in water for at least an hour).
• Grill the kabobs over hot coals for 10 to 12 minutes (basting frequently), or until the bacon is crisp. Turn and baste frequently with the marinade.