Grilled Shrimp Wrapped with Jamon Serrano

Grilled Shrimp Wrapped in Serrano Ham Recipe

Receta de Gambas a la Parilla Envueltas en Jamón Serrano

25 Minutes

4 Servings

Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sweet smoked paprika (Pimentón de La Vera)
Sea salt and pepper, to taste
8 oz Serrano ham
Grilling skewers

Nutritional Facts

Calories 289
Total Fat 13.9 gr (18%)
Saturated Fat 3.3 gr (16%)
Cholesterol 271 mg (90%)
Sodium 1598 mg (69%)
Total Carbohydrates 4.2 gr (2%)
Fiber 0.9 gr (3%)
Sugars 0.1 gr
Protein 35.3 gr
Vitamin D 0%
Calcium 9%
Iron 6%
Potassium 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on 2000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

Like most great Spanish dishes, jamón wrapped shrimp is so simple yet so delicious, and one of our favorites! The Jamón Serrano crisps on the grill, and the salty ham contrasts beautifully with the rich flavor of the shrimp. The deep smoky taste of Pimentón de La Vera paprika adds the perfect touch. Be sure to grill at high heat so that the jamón will crisp without overcooking the shrimp.

Steps

Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails on. Mix salt, pepper, pimentón de La Vera and olive oil, add the shrimp and toss to coat. Wrap each shrimp with a piece of jamón about two inches long, and skewer the shrimp so the ham is held securely around the shrimp. Place the skewers over a high temperature grill and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are opaque and the jamón is crispy at the edges. Serve immediately.