Scampi Bowl Recipe

Name: Scampi Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter; 2 large Vidalia onions, halved and thinly sliced; 16 new potatoes, halved; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus 1 tablespoon; 1/4 teaspoon saffron; Corn Broth, recipe follows; 2 pounds raw scampi, peeled, tail on, deveined, butterflied; 1 cup corn kernels, reserved from Corn Broth; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup basil, torn into large pieces, for garnish; 12 Garlic Croutons, recipe follows

Servings: persons

1/4 cup butter
2 large Vidalia onions, halved and thinly sliced
16 new potatoes, halved
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus 1 tablespoon
1/4 teaspoon saffron
Corn Broth, recipe follows
2 pounds raw scampi, peeled, tail on, deveined, butterflied
1 cup corn kernels, reserved from Corn Broth
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup basil, torn into large pieces, for garnish
12 Garlic Croutons, recipe follows

1
In a large stockpot, melt butter over medium heat and saute onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2
Add potatoes, 1 teaspoon of salt, and saffron.
3
Saute for 1 minute.
4
Increase heat to high and add Corn Broth.
5
Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce to a simmer.
6
Cook for 15 minutes.
7
Add scampi, corn kernels, and tomatoes.
8
Cover and cook for another 5 minutes.
9
Season with 1 tablespoon of salt.
10
Garnish with basil and 2 Garlic Croutons.
11
8 ears corn
12
6 cups water
13
1 teaspoon kosher salt
14
Cut the kernels off 2 of the corn cobs and reserve for later.
15
Grate the kernels off the remaining cobs, making sure to keep all the corn milk.
16
Cut all 8 cobs into smaller pieces, about 2 inches long.
17
Place corn milk, cobs, salt and water in a saucepan.
18
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
19
Strain broth and reserve.
20
12 slices French baguette, cut on the bias
21
2 garlic cloves
22
1/4 cup softened butter
23
Toast the slices of French bread and rub each piece with the garlic cloves.
24
Butter the toast and set aside.

2524

kcal

Calories

195

Fat

178

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup butter, 2 large Vidalia onions, halved and thinly sliced, 16 new potatoes, halved, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus 1 tablespoon, and more.

Yes, Scampi Bowl falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Scampi Bowl

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