Shrimp Scampi

* Exported from MasterCook *

Shrimp Scampi

Recipe By : Elizabeth Powell
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:20
Categories : Seafood Main Dishes

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 pounds 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 teaspoon oregano
2 tablespoons wine
2 tablespoons brandy

Season flour with salt, pepper, and cayenne. Dredge shrimp in flour.
Saute shrimp in olive oil for 5 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 3 minutes, shaking the 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 2
minutes.

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Nutr. Assoc. : 1374 0 0 0 0 0 620 0 1038 0 5607 0