Sesame Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Name: Sesame Shrimp Scampi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups ice water; 3 tablespoons kosher salt; 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 50 shrimp); 12 ounces uncooked fettuccine; 1/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/2 cup shiitake sesame vinaigrette (such as Annie's Naturals); 1 tablespoon peanut oil; 1 1/2 teaspoons butter; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

Servings: persons

8 cups ice water
3 tablespoons kosher salt
2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 50 shrimp)
12 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup shiitake sesame vinaigrette (such as Annie's Naturals)
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 1/2 teaspoons butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

1
Combine 8 cups ice water and salt in a large bowl, stirring until salt dissolves. Add shrimp; cover and refrigerate 30 minutes. Drain shrimp; discard brine. Rinse and pat dry.
2
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain and keep warm.
3
Combine 1/4 cup water and cornstarch in a small bowl. Add vinaigrette, stirring with a whisk until well blended.
4
Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add shrimp to pan; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add butter and garlic to pan; stir-fry 1 minute. Reduce heat to low. Add cornstarch mixture to pan; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in basil. Serve shrimp mixture over pasta; sprinkle with sesame seeds.

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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: 8 cups ice water, 3 tablespoons kosher salt, 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 50 shrimp), 12 ounces uncooked fettuccine, and more.

Yes, Sesame 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.

Sesame Shrimp Scampi

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