Pancetta Wrapped Shrimp with Chipotle Vinaigrette and Cilantro Oil

Pancetta Wrapped Shrimp with Chipotle Vinaigrette and Cilantro Oil

This dish makes a hearty and filling main dish and is also great to serve as an appetizer or hors d’oeuvre.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch cilantro, rinsed
  • 1 cup canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 4 teaspoons fresh lime juice
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 canned chipotle pepper
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup rice vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 3 pounds extra large shrimp (16-20), peeled and deveined, tail left on
  • 2 pounds thinly sliced pancetta

Directions

Step 1
Prepare cilantro oil by pureeing cilantro, canola oil, honey, lime juice, and salt to taste until smooth; pour into a bowl or bottle, and set aside.

Step 2
Prepare the chipotle vinaigrette by pureeing the chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, lemon juice, rice vinegar, and garlic in a blender until smooth. With the blender running, slowly pour in the canola oil, and puree until creamy. Season to taste with salt, and set aside.

Step 3
Preheat a grill for medium heat.

Step 4
Cut the pancetta slices in half. Wrap a half slice of pancetta around each shrimp to cover. Grill until the pancetta has crisped, and the shrimp has turned opaque, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Step 5
To serve, arrange cooked shrimp on a warmed serving platter or individual plates, and drizzle with chipotle vinaigrette and cilantro oil.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

839
Calories
73g
Fat
3g
Carbs
42g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 839
% Daily Value *
Total Fat73g 94%
Saturated Fat10g 49%
Cholesterol301mg 100%
Sodium1183mg 51%
Total Carbohydrate3g 1%
Dietary Fiber0g 1%
Total Sugars1g
Protein42g
Vitamin C9mg 46%
Calcium62mg 5%
Iron5mg 27%
Potassium505mg 11%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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