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Shrimp Scampi II

A second take on shrimp scampi with lemon, garlic, butter, and white wine over pasta.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 2 pounds large shrimp - peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup butter, diced salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions:

  • In a deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Lightly coat the shrimp in flour. In batches, saute shrimp in oil until golden brown; each batch should take approximately 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Discard oil and add the wine, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, lemon juice, and chicken broth to the skillet. Cook over high heat until liquid has reduced by half (approximately 5 minutes). Stir in butter and season with salt and pepper to taste. Lower head to medium, add shrimp cook for 1 minute (until shrimp are heated). Sprinkle with parsley before serving.