Absolutely The Best Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Name: Absolutely The Best Shrimp Scampi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 1/2 pounds fresh shrimp, shelled and deveined without tails; 1/2 cup olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 shallot, chopped; 1/2 cup fresh parsley, minced; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed; 2 tablespoons white wine; 2 tablespoons brandy

Servings: persons

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 pounds fresh shrimp, shelled and deveined without tails
1/2 cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, chopped
1/2 cup fresh parsley, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
2 tablespoons white wine
2 tablespoons brandy

1
In a small bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly. Dredge shrimp in flour mixture.
2
In a large skillet, saute dredged shrimp in olive oil for 5 minutes over high heat. Toss shrimp often to prevent burning. Transfer shrimp with a slotted spoon to a serving dish, leaving the oil in the pan.
3
In the same pan, saute the garlic, shallot, parsley and oregano over medium heat for 3 minutes; stirring constantly. Spoon the mixture over the shrimp. Return pan to the heat. Preheat your broiler for medium heat.
4
Pour the wine and brandy into the skillet and ignite with a match or lighter. When the flames die down, stir to loosen any browned bits on the bottom of the skillet; pour over shrimp.
5
Place the serving dish of shrimp in a preheated broiler for about 2 minutes.

505

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Absolutely The Best Shrimp Scampi falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Absolutely The Best Shrimp Scampi

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