How to Make Absolutely The Best Shrimp Scampi - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp scampi is a classic Italian-American dish that is loved by many for its bright flavors and succulent shrimp. This recipe for Absolutely The Best Shrimp Scampi is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire, as it is incredibly simple to make and delivers restaurant-quality flavor in the comfort of your own home.

One of the key elements that sets this shrimp scampi apart from the rest is the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients. By using plump, juicy shrimp and fresh her...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 ½ pounds fresh shrimp, shelled and deveined without tails
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 shallot, chopped
  • ½ cup fresh parsley, minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons white wine
  • 2 tablespoons brandy

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a small bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly. Dredge shrimp in flour mixture.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Place the serving dish of shrimp in a preheated broiler for about 2 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    500 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 269mg
    • Sodium: 532mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 123mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 475mg