Scampi Soup: Zuppa di Scampi Recipe

Name: Scampi Soup: Zuppa di Scampi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 4 tablespoons; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 large onion, finely chopped, plus 1 onion finely chopped; 2 carrots, finely chopped, plus 1 carrot finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped; 2 pounds whole scampi, heads on, peeled, shells reserved; 1/4 cup cognac; Salt and pepper; 4 fresh tomatoes, peeled and seeded, crushed by hand, or 4 whole canned plum tomatoes, crushed by hand; 1 quart boiling water; Grilled bread, as an accompaniment; Oil, for garnish

Servings: persons

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 4 tablespoons
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 large onion, finely chopped, plus 1 onion finely chopped
2 carrots, finely chopped, plus 1 carrot finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
2 pounds whole scampi, heads on, peeled, shells reserved
1/4 cup cognac
Salt and pepper
4 fresh tomatoes, peeled and seeded, crushed by hand, or 4 whole canned plum tomatoes, crushed by hand
1 quart boiling water
Grilled bread, as an accompaniment
Oil, for garnish

1
In a large stockpot, heat the olive oil and butter over high heat until hot but not smoking.
2
Add the onion, carrot, and garlic and cook over high heat until softened and slightly browned.
3
Add the scampi shells and cook, turning occasionally, until they are just pink on the outside, about 5 minutes.
4
Add the cognac and let it evaporate completely.
5
Season the mixture with salt and pepper, then add the tomatoes and boiling water.
6
Bring to a boil and cook at a full boil for 15 minutes.
7
Meanwhile, in another pot, heat remaining olive oil until smoking.
8
Add remaining onion and carrot and cook until very soft, 15 minutes.
9
Strain the liquid out of the shell pot and pour into second pot with onions and carrots.
10
Bring to a boil and season with salt and pepper.
11
Add peeled scampi and lower heat to a simmer and cook scampi 3 minutes.
12
Ladle into bowls over 1-inch slices of grilled bread and drizzle with good oil.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 4 tablespoons, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 large onion, finely chopped, plus 1 onion finely chopped, 2 carrots, finely chopped, plus 1 carrot finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Scampi Soup: Zuppa di Scampi 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.

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Scampi Soup: Zuppa di Scampi

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