Shrimp Scampi

From: rdawn27

On Jun 13, 2009

I'm afraid that I'm not a big fan of this recipe. Something was missing. After finishing the recipe, I added a little salt, white pepper and some lemon juice. The white wine was a bit strong so I removed the shrimp and let the sauce boil down. I will use this recipe again. Thanks for sharing.

From: WorkingDogz

On Jun 1, 2009

Had a pound of shrimp in the freezer and gave it a try since I didn't have everything I needed on hand to make my shrimp pasta. I added a tablespoon of lemon juice and followed Pagan's advice of running it under the broiler with some greated parmesan. Turned out great, as good as any that I have had in a restaurant! Thanks for the recipe, its a keeper.

From: Pagan

On Oct 26, 2004

Hey, I joined this site just to review this wonderful recipe! Over the years, I've tried dozens of recipes in the vain attempt to find one which was even close to that "professional" recipe everyone tries to copy. [you know the one] I've found several which were good, and a few which were AS good as that "professional" recipe. But this is the first time I've ever seen one which surpasses it. I've now adapted it to fit My own tastes, but this was the best base recipe I've ever found. Adaptations: 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1/2 cup dry white wine, 1/4 cup light olive oil, 1/2 cup butter; 2 tablespoons margarine; 3 tablespoons minced garlic ;1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 tablespoon parsley flakes; 1/8 teaspoon white pepper; 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne/red pepper; 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice; pinch of celery seed; grated parmesan cheese, to top Heat wine, olive oil, butter, margarine, and garlic in a large skillet on medium heat until it just starts to boil. Then add all the other spices, lemon juice, and parsley flakes; stir in and immediately add shrimp. Cook for about 4 or 5 minutes or until shrimp turns pink. Don't overcook!!!! Spoon shrimp into toasting/baking dish with some of the cooking sauce and top liberally with parmesan cheese. Preheat at "toast" or broil temperature for 5 minutes and Broil/toast for 2 minutes ONLY!!!

From: barbie66

On Dec 26, 2004

Great recipe, and super easy. I made this as an appetizer on Christmas Day. I used fresh parsley, and chopped it ahead of time. I also minced the garlic ahead of time. Just before my guests arrived, I sauteed the shrimp. They were perfect. I timed the (very large) shrimp 2 minutes per side. A very easy dish. Thanks for posting and happy holidays! --Marla, AZ