Joe's First Night Shrimp Recipe

"This is a camp favorite the first night in camp. Prepare in advance and cook on a braiser,over camp coals or grill. This is the way Joe gave me this recipe back in 1996. SOURCE JOE SABLE. I use Sweat Baby Ray's Hickory and Brown Sugar BBQ sauce."

Original is 4 servings

Metric US

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Ingredients

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1 pound large raw shrimp (thawed, peeled)
1 pound bacon, cut in half

Barbecue sauce (as required, your favorite)

Nutritional

Serving Size: 1 (225.3 g)
Calories 508.3
Total Fat - 32.4 g
Saturated Fat - 9.4 g
Cholesterol - 252.6 mg
Sodium - 3200.7 mg
Total Carbohydrate - 4.5 g
Dietary Fiber - 0 g
Sugars - 0 g
Protein - 48.6 g
Calcium - 71.3 mg
Iron - 2.6 mg
Vitamin C - 0 mg
Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

WRAP 1 SHRIMP AT A TIME WITH 1/2 STRIP OF BACON.

Step 2

PLACE ON 2 SQUERS.

Step 3

REPEAT SHRIMP WRAP AND PLACE ON SAME 2 SQUERS.

Step 4

CONTINUE WITH 4 MORE SHRIMP, (6 SHRIMP TO A PAIR OF SQUERS).

Step 5

REPEAT PROCESS UNTIL ALL SHRIMP ARE USED.

Step 6

THIS WILL MAKE ABOUT 4 RACKS OF SHRIMP.

Step 7

GRILL UNTIL DONE THEN COVER WITH BBQ SAUCE FOR THE LAST 5 MINUTES.

Step 8

I use Sweat Baby Ray's Hickory and Brown Sugar BBQ sauce

Tips

12 8-inch bamboo or wooden squers

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.

Tips for selecting ingredients

When selecting shrimp, make sure to get large-sized shrimp for the best flavor.
For the BBQ sauce, use a sauce that has a good balance of sweetness and smokiness.

Ingredient substitutions

For the bacon, try using turkey bacon for a healthier option. The benefit of this substitution is that it is lower in fat and calories, making it a healthier alternative.
For the barbecue sauce, try using a sugar-free variety. The benefit of this substitution is that it is lower in sugar, making it a healthier alternative.

Variations

Chipotle BBQ Shrimp Replace the BBQ sauce with a chipotle BBQ sauce. Grill the shrimp as instructed, then finish with the chipotle BBQ sauce for the last 5 minutes.

Serve with

Grilled Corn on the Cob: Grilled corn on the cob is the perfect side dish to Joe's First Night Shrimp. It's sweet, smoky flavor pairs perfectly with the shrimp and the bacon, and it's an easy dish to prepare on the grill.

Fried Okra: Fried okra is a great accompaniment to Joe's First Night Shrimp. Its crunchy texture and savory flavor pair perfectly with the shrimp and bacon, and it's a quick and easy dish to make. Plus, it's a great way to add some extra vegetables to the meal!

FAQ

Q: What kind of BBQ sauce should I use?

A: I recommend using Sweet Baby Ray's Hickory and Brown Sugar BBQ sauce for this recipe.

Q: How long should I cook the BBQ?

A: Cook the BBQ on medium heat for about 10 minutes, or until the meat is cooked through.

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Fun facts:

FUN FACT 1: Joe Sable, the creator of this recipe, is a well-known celebrity chef who has been featured in many cooking shows, magazines, and cookbooks.

FUN FACT 2: The BBQ sauce used in this recipe, Sweet Baby Ray's Hickory and Brown Sugar BBQ Sauce, was created by Chicago-based chef and restaurateur Dave Raymond in 1985.