SHRIMP SCAMPI RECIPE

Shrimp scampi is succulent seafood and tomatoes mixed in a tangy lemon garlic sauce which pairs nicely with angel hair pasta.

Prep Time    : 15 mins

Cook Time   : 10 mins

Total Time    : 25 mins

Servings      : 4 servings

Calories       : 194 Kcal  

INGREDIENTS

·         1 pound shrimp, (454g) peeled and deveined

·         1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, (2g)

·         1/4 teaspoon black pepper

·         2 tablespoons olive oil, (30ml)

·         4 tablespoons unsalted butter, (60g, 2 ounces) divided

·         1/2 cup shallots, (67g) 1/8-inch dice

·         1 tablespoon minced garlic, (10g)

·         1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

·         1/3 cup lemon juice, (79ml)

·         1 teaspoon lemon zest

·         1/2 cup dry white wine, (120ml) chardonnay recommended

·         1/2 cup diced roma tomato, (70g) 1/4-inch dice

·         1 tablespoon minced parsley, (2g) plus more for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

1.   Combine shrimp with salt and pepper.

2.   Heat a large saute pan over medium-low heat. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter.

3.  Once butter is melted add shallots, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Stir and cook until shallots are tender and garlic is fragrant but not browned, 2 minutes.

4.  Add shrimp to the pan in one layer, turn heat up to medium. Cook for 2 minutes, not moving the shrimp.

5.   Flip shrimp over and cook until just cooked through 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl.

6.   Turn heat up to medium-high, add in lemon juice, zest, and wine. Bring to a boil and allow sauce to reduce by half, about 4 to 6 minutes.

7.  Turn heat down to low and whisk in 3 tablespoons of butter to create a light thickened and emulsified sauce.

8.   Add cooked shrimp, tomatoes, and parsley. Stir and cook until shrimp is warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes.

9.  Garnish shrimp scampi with pepper and parsley. Serve with lemon wedges, crusty bread or pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Shrimp Scampi

Amount Per Serving

Calories 194Calories from Fat 162

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 18g28%

Saturated Fat 8g40%

Cholesterol 30mg10%

Sodium 296mg12%

Potassium 60mg2%

Total Carbohydrates 2g1%

Sugars 1g

Vitamin A9%

Vitamin C11.6%

Calcium0.6%

Iron0.5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Recipe from jessicagavin.com

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