Shrimp-Stuffed Armadillo Eggs

Smoky, savory, and packed with a whole shrimp surprise in every bite.

Yield: 10-12 Armadillo Eggs
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 60-75 minutes
Special Equipment: Grill or smoker

Ingredients

• 10–12 fresh jalapeños

• 10–12 raw shrimp, tail on, peeled and deveined

• 6–8 oz cheese of choice (Muenster melts great)

• 2 lb hot or mild Italian sausage

• 1 lb bacon

• BBQ rub, to taste

• BBQ sauce, optional

Directions

1. Cut the tops off the jalapeños and remove seeds and membrane, keeping the peppers intact.

2. Place one shrimp inside each jalapeño and pack cheese around it without overfilling.

3. Divide sausage into equal portions and wrap completely around each stuffed jalapeño.

4. Wrap each one with bacon and lightly season the outside with BBQ rub.

5. Cook over indirect heat at 275–300°F for 60–75 minutes until sausage hits 160°F and bacon is rendered.

   Optional: brush with BBQ sauce during the last 10 minutes. Rest 5 minutes before serving.