PCLinuxOS Recipe Corner: Shrimp Scampi

Shrimp Scampi

Serves: 2

INGREDIENTS:

1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
4 teaspoons butter
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
3/4 lb uncooked deveined peeled medium shrimp, thawed if frozen, tail shells removed
1 medium green onion, thinly sliced (1 tablespoon)
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley or 3/4 teaspoon parsley flakes
Pinch of salt and pepper to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese, if desired

DIRECTIONS:

In a 10-inch skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add shrimp and remaining ingredients except cheese. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until shrimp are pink. (DO NOT overcook shrimp, or they will become tough.) Remove from heat. Sprinkle with cheese.

TIPS: Sprinkle chopped green onions on top for a splash of color.

Linguine or angel hair pasta, tossed with grated Parmesan and a generous sprinkle of thinly sliced fresh basil, is a good nest for the juicy shrimp. Cooked rice is another way to serve the shrimp, it's great at soaking up the garlicky pan juices.

Serve with garlic toast and a green salad.

NUTRITION:

Calories: 180    Carbs: 2g    Sodium: 430mg    Fiber: 0g    Protein: 26g