A few weeks ago we went to a party and the hostess served a delicious appetizer of shrimp, basil and prosciutto. It was really wonderful and I’ve wanted to try making this myself ever since. So last Friday night I gave it a go.
I bought jumbo shrimp and some imported prosciutto at the grocery store. I picked basil leaves from my herb garden. I soaked some bamboo skewers in water. And I cleaned the shrimp.
I then took a shrimp and wrapped a basil leaf around it. Then I wrapped a piece of prosciutto around the whole thing and stuck one of the bamboo skewers through the whole deal.
I lovingly placed them on the gas grill and cooked them on medium heat. I turned them a few times to make sure they cooked evenly. These shrimp were pretty big so they probably took about 10 minutes to cook through. You could definitely do this with smaller shrimp. They’d cook faster and be easier on your wallet, too.
And here they are – grilled to perfection. The shrimp was tender and the prosciutto was crispy and the basil added just the right flavor to the whole combination.
Simple! Delicious! Impressive! The perfect summer appetizer.
Barbara-Kay Said,
That does, indeed, look yummy. You’ve certainly kicked it up a notch from shrimp wrapped in bacon!
Laurie Said,
That looks delicious, simple, and fun.
Vicki Said,
Oh, wow, YUM!!! There’s nothing much better than shrimp on a skewer.
Probably because of the skewer and basil, I’m reminded of the caprese appetizers we had at an art openng a couple of weeks ago — grape tomatoes, tiny mozzarella balls, and bits of basil all skewered on small cocktail picks.
Kirsten Said,
They look delicious! That might be a good thing to make for dinner this week to celebrate the end of school.
Chrissie Said,
Those look really good!
Nora Said,
Must. Have. Now.
Why does everything taste better on a stick?
Judy Said,
and beautiful! yummm!
Manise Said,
I will definitely have to try this with smaller shrimp. Great photos.
deb Said,
Yummy – and the best part is I cold eat all of them cuz no one here but me would eat them! Thanks for sharing!
LittleWit Said,
Yum! They look so tasty
Robby Said,
Lessee, shrimp is on sale starting today, dinner not planned, fairly painless project. Yep. It’s a winner! Thanks for the idea.
JessaLu Said,
Yum!
Kim Said,
Oh my……yum!!
Amy Said,
OM NOM NOM NOM NOM
jill Said,
Really yummy photo. Thinking BBQed shrimp may make the scene at my place this weekend.
maryse Said,
hmmm i think you need a crochet lesson ….
Harriet Said,
Mmmm….those look yummy. Off to the market to get shrimp and prosciutto. Basil is growing in the garden.
::hums to self while pondering yummy eats::
Carol Said,
Oh YUM! They look delicious! Will have to try those.
Teyani Said,
ok- mouth is watering and it’s still so very early here….
they sound amazing.
Sylvia Said,
Excellent food photography!
Perfect recipe — thank you.
Risa Said,
Mmmm that looks delicious!! I’ll have to try that. Thanks!
Dave Daniels Said,
Wow, that DOES look delicious. And I’ve got to remember that soaking the skewers thing. I’ve had SO many of them just burst into flames…
Amy Said,
Those look really good, and no starch, sugar, or dairy! I’m linking to them on my blog today.
Beth Said,
Oh, yum! These look so good! I’ve been wanting lunch for a couple of hours now. Whatever I end up eating will not be nearly as tasty as what you posted!
Cookie Said,
Yummy!
Lucia Said,
Yum. And I could actually eat those. (Well, technically I couldn’t eat the prosciutto, but I’d be willing to risk it.)
lisa Said,
Um, except you’re missing the liquid portion of the appetizer! No, really, these look delicious and easy. I’m thinking lime and gin?
Joy Said,
They look totally yummy
HB Said,
What a great idea! And I agree – a gin & tonic sounds like it would go perfect with this!
Danielle Said,
What time should I come over?