Classic Shrimp Scampi Recipe: Quick & Delicious

INGREDIENTS

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) plus 2 tablespoons butter 6 to 8 large cloves garlic, minced 1‑1/2 pounds large raw shrimp (about 16), peeled and deveined 6 green onions, thinly sliced 1/4 cup dry white wine Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons) 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Salt and black pepper to taste Lemon slices and fresh parsley sprigs (optional)

PREPARATION:

1. Clarify butter by melting it in small saucepan over low heat. Do not stir. Skim off the white foam that forms on top. Strain clarified butter through a cheesecloth into glass measuring cup to yield 1/3 cup. Discard milky residue at bottom of pan.
2. Heat clarified butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes until softened but not brown.
3. Add shrimp, green onions, wine and lemon juice. Cook and stir until shrimp turn pink and are firm and opaque, 1 to 2 minutes on each side. Do not overcook.
4. Just before serving, add chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper. Serve on individual shell-shaped or small gratin dishes. Garnish with lemon slices and parsley sprigs.

This recipe appears in: Seafood