It seems like everyone has their day. Had there not been one, I certainly might have been a pioneer for creating a National Shrimp Scampi Day. Of all the shrimp recipes I prepare, shrimp scampi is my favorite.
I will admit that this dish can be decadent–to a fault. However, with big flavors of garlic and butter, a little goes a long way. A reasonable portion with some whole wheat pasta for good measure, and you have a healthy meal. It’s easy preparation and perfect marriage with a big oaky chardonnay make it a simple yet elegant meal.
Of course, shrimp of itself is a good reason to indulge. Low in fat, shrimp also provides a moderate source of omega-3 fatty acids. It is a good source of calcium and phosphorus. It is also an excellent source of protein. A four ounce serving of shrimp provides 47.4% of the daily value for protein. That’s significant.
My base is a delightful recipe from Allrecipes.com. Since butter plays such a key role, my suggestion is to go with a higher quality butter like . Plugra is lower in moisture and higher in butterfat than regular grocery store butter. Its creamy texture and clean taste will showcase this recipe nicely.
For white wine, I like to substitute dry vermouth. I always keep a bottle in the fridge for recipes calling for white wine. As with the butter, a nice parmesan will really make this recipe shine. For added color and flavor, halved cherry tomatoes and fresh basil tossed with the pasta make for a delightful presentation. Enjoy!
from Allrecipes.com, Submitted by RNCOGGINS
INGREDIENTS
* 1 (8 ounce) package angel hair pasta
* 1/2 cup butter
* 4 cloves minced garlic
* 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
* 1 cup dry white wine
* 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
* 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
* 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
DIRECTIONS
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Stir in pasta and return pot to boil. Cook until al dente. Drain well.
2. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in garlic and shrimp. Cook, stirring constantly, for 3 to 5 minutes.
3. Stir in wine and pepper. Bring to a boil and cook for 30 seconds while stirring constantly.
4. Mix shrimp with drained pasta in a serving bowl. Sprinkle with cheese and parsley. Serve immediately.
