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Shrimp Scampi Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 1/2 lbs large shrimp
1/2 cup flour
salt
pepper
cayenne
1/2 cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 shallots, chopped
1/2 cup parsley, minced
1/2 tsp oregano
2 tbsp wine
2 tbsp brandy
Directions:
Directions:
Season flour with salt, pepper and cayenne. Dredge shrimp in flour. Saute shrimp in olive oil for five minutes over high heat, shaking briskly. Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon to a shallow casserole dish.

Add garlic, shallots, parsley and oregano to olive oil, saute over medium heat for three minutes, shaking pan briskly. Remove herbs with a slotted spoon to casserole. Add wine and brandy to skillet and ignite. When flames die down, pour sauce over shrimp. Broil for two minutes.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
4
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
20 Minutes

 

 

 

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