13439 Smoked Paprika Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp 15 mins 10 mins 32 shrimp Thu Jul 02 13:14:00 -0700 2009 Fri Sep 04 12:41:47 -0700 2009 Easy Cal-Med CHOW http://www.chow.com/recipes/13439 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 19:41:47 GMT Like chorizo-flavored shrimp The combination of pork and paprika gives these shrimp bites a flavor reminiscent of chorizo. The combination of pork and paprika gives these shrimp bites a flavor reminiscent of chorizo—a little spicy and supersavory. Because these can be prepped ahead of time, they’re perfect for serving at a party, and the saltiness of the prosciutto makes them an ideal accompaniment to a slightly sweet cocktail.

Game plan: The shrimp can be made through step 3 and refrigerated up to 6 hours ahead.

This recipe was featured as part of both our Bring Happy Hour Home menu and our Bar Snacks photo gallery.

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  • Heat the broiler to high and arrange a rack at the top (about 3 inches from the heat source).
  • Combine oil, paprika, and pepper in a medium bowl and mix thoroughly. Add shrimp and toss until well coated.
  • Wrap each shrimp in a piece of prosciutto and place on a baking sheet.
  • Broil until shrimp are opaque and prosciutto is crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes.
    • ]]>     http://www.chow.com/assets/2008/08/shrimp290.jpg Aida Mollenkamp 53 Starter 1 tablespoon olive oil

    ]]>     306 2 teaspoons smoked paprika

    ]]>     305 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

    ]]>     584 32 shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on (about 1 pound)

    ]]>     450 8 pieces prosciutto (about 5 1/2 ounces), cut lengthwise and then crosswise

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