Bacon wrapped shrimp

Ingredients:

• 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 6 slices of bacon, cut in half crosswise
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your preferred level of spiciness)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Toothpicks, soaked in water for 15 minutes

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create a spice rub.
3. Season each shrimp with the spice rub, ensuring they are evenly coated.
4. Take each seasoned shrimp and wrap it with a half-slice of bacon, securing it with a toothpick. Repeat for all the shrimp.
5. Place the bacon-wrapped shrimp on a baking sheet or ovenproof dish lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the shrimp are cooked through. You can also broil for a few minutes to make the bacon extra crispy.
7. Remove from the oven and let the bacon-wrapped shrimp cool slightly before serving.
8. Serve your keto bacon-wrapped shrimp as an appetizer or a main course, perhaps with a low-carb dipping sauce like a garlic aioli or a sugar-free barbecue sauce.