When we first opened our restaurant, we were all about Vietnamese and Chinese food. That's what we knew, that's what we grew up with, and that's what we served. But after a while, we started to feel a little stuck. We wanted to offer our customers something different, something that would surprise and delight them. That's when we got the idea to create a European-style dish.
Shrimp was the perfect starting point. It's a fantastic ingredient—super healthy, low in fat, and full of calcium. We knew we could do something special with it. We spent a lot of time in the kitchen, experimenting with different techniques, and finally landed on a pan-seared shrimp dish with bacon.
Man, it was a game-changer. The shrimp come out of the pan fragrant and perfectly cooked—they're sweet and a little chewy. Then you get that rich, salty bacon to go with it. The flavors just explode together. It's a combination you wouldn't expect from us, but it just works. And it's one of those dishes that you have to eat hot. When our customers try it, you can see it on their faces—they love it. It's more than just a dish; it's a symbol of how we're growing and trying new things, even while staying true to our roots.
Shrimp is a delicious food that is very good for the body because it has no fat and is rich in calcium. You can enrich your family's weekend meal with delicious and unique European-style dishes made from shrimp.
These pan-seared shrimp are fragrant, sweet, and chewy, with a rich, savory flavor from the bacon. They're absolutely delicious when served hot!
In a bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with the minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Let the shrimp marinate for 5 to 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Take one marinated shrimp and wrap a piece of bacon around it, securing it with a toothpick if needed. Repeat with the remaining shrimp and bacon.
Heat a pan or grill pan over medium heat and melt the butter. Place the wrapped shrimp on the hot pan, making sure to lay them on their sides to help the bacon get crispy. Let them sear for 2-3 minutes.
Once the bottom side is a golden-brown color, flip the shrimp over and sear the other side for another 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
While the shrimp are grilling, mix the mayonnaise and ketchup together in a small bowl to create a simple, tangy dipping sauce.
Transfer the cooked shrimp to a serving plate and enjoy them warm with the dipping sauce on the side.
Servings 1
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.