Lemon Shrimp Scampi
Description
This dish is wonderful enough to serve for a small gathering, even during holiday time. Serve with you favorite pasta or crusty bread to soak up all of those delicious juices.
Ingredients
1/4 c. olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
3-4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 - 2 lb. large shrimp, shelled and deveined, tails on
1 T. lemon zest
1/2 c. vodka, dry vermouth or white wine
1/3 c. creme fraiche or mascarpone
2 T. finely chopped parsley plus more for garnish, if desired
1/3 c. basil, roughly torn
1 T. freshly squeezed lemon juice
freshly ground black pepper and salt to taste
Parmesan cheese, for garnish
Directions
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In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring often, until vegetables soften, 4 to 5 minutes. Add shrimp and lemon zest; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink and opaque in the center, 2 to 3 minutes. Add vodka; stir until slightly reduced, about 1 minute.
Remove pan from heat; add creme fraiche; stir until sauce is smooth; stir in parsley and basil. Salt and pepper, to taste.
Divide shrimp among plates and drizzle with the lemon juice. Garnish with more chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese, if desired.
4 servings