Absolutely The Best Shrimp Scampi

Absolutely The Best Shrimp Scampi
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    1.0K

Succulent shrimp, kissed with garlic and a hint of brandy, make this scampi an unforgettable experience. Serve over pasta or rice for a truly divine meal.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    16 g
  • Cholesterol
    269 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    36 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    532 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    30 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 5 mins In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until well combined. Dredge the shrimp in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the dredged shrimp and sauté for 5 minutes, tossing frequently to prevent burning. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to a serving dish, leaving the flavorful oil in the pan.

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03 Step

Recipe View 3 mins In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic, chopped shallot, minced parsley, and crushed oregano over medium heat for 3 minutes, stirring constantly to avoid burning the garlic. Spoon this aromatic mixture generously over the shrimp.

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04 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Return the skillet to the heat. Carefully pour in the white wine and brandy. Using a long match or lighter, ignite the alcohol. Allow the flames to subside completely. Stir the mixture to loosen any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet, creating a rich sauce. Pour this exquisite sauce over the shrimp. (Cook time: 5 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Preheat your broiler to medium heat. Place the serving dish of shrimp under the preheated broiler for approximately 2 minutes, or until the shrimp are heated through and slightly browned. Watch carefully to prevent burning.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice to the sauce just before serving.
Serve immediately over your favorite pasta or rice pilaf for a complete and satisfying meal.
To prevent the garlic from burning, you can add a tablespoon of butter to the pan along with the olive oil.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 342 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Trevion Collins

    I've made this scampi several times, and it's always a hit. The shrimp are so tender and flavorful.

  • Blaze Hammes

    The instructions were easy to follow, and the result was restaurant-quality scampi at home!

  • Ashly Halvorson

    This recipe is a game-changer! The brandy adds such a unique depth of flavor.

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