Classic Turkey-Wrapped Shrimp with Brown Sugar Glaze
This recipe features tender shrimp wrapped in thinly sliced turkey breast, then glazed with a sweet and savory brown sugar sauce.
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Meat mallet (optional)
- Paper towels
- Small bowl
- Whisk
- Large skillet or grill pan
- Toothpicks (optional)
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Turkey breast (about 4–5 thin slices) skinless, boneless
- 1 lb Large shrimp (20–24 pieces) peeled & deveined
Seasoning & Glaze
- 2 Tbsp Olive oil
- ½ tsp Kosher salt
- ¼ tsp Freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ cup Dark brown sugar packed
- 2 Tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp Fresh ginger grated
- 1 clove Garlic minced
- Crushed red pepper flakes optional, a pinch
Garnish (Optional)
- 1 Tbsp Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
- 1 tsp Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare the turkey by pounding slices to an even ¼ inch thickness, then season with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season.
Glaze and Assembly
- In a bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the glaze: brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, grated ginger, minced garlic, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Wrap each shrimp with a strip of seasoned turkey. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the turkey-wrapped shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the turkey is browned and the shrimp are pink.
- Pour the glaze over the shrimp and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the glaze thickens and evenly coats the shrimp.
Serving
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley and toasted sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can marinate the turkey slices for 15-20 minutes with the olive oil and seasonings before wrapping. Adjust crushed red pepper flakes to your spice preference.