I am becoming a chef in this pandemic, an excellent one in-fact. I am biased since I am the only one who has tried any of my food. I recently tried and made shrimp scampi for the first time and…I am obsessed! Wow, who knew of such deliciousness and did not tell me? I do wish I added some lemon to this recipe but nonetheless, here it is:
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 large garlic cloves, minced (or 1 3/4 tablespoons minced garlic)
- 1 1/4 pounds large shrimp prawns, no shell with tails off
- Salt and fresh ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup broth ( you can use wine as a substitute)
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley (optional, not really)
Instructions:
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Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pan or skillet. Add garlic and sauté until aromatic (1 minute). Then add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 1-2 minutes on one side (until they turn pink), then flip.
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Pour in broth (or wine), add red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer for 1-2 minutes or until broth reduces by about half and the shrimp is cooked through (try not to overcook your shrimp).
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Stir in the remaining butter, (lemon juice), and parsley. Take off the heat now.
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Serve over pasta or whatever you prefer.
This recipe is so easy and fast. Anyone can do it…unless you’re allergic to shrimp, then maybe don’t do it. Bon appétit!