Ultimate Shrimp Scampi

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Delicious Ultimate Shrimp Scampi recipe for your dining pleasure
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package angel hair pasta
1/2 cup butter
4 cloves garlic , minced
1/2 cup minced onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon dry white wine
1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp
1/2 cup Asiago cheese , diced
1 large avocado - peeled , pitted and diced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
680
Sugar
3g
Fat
48g
Shrimp scampi is a traditional Italian-American dish that has been enjoyed in the United States for decades. It is typically made by sautéing large shrimp in butter and garlic with white wine, lemon juice, and parsley. This recipe, however, has a few added twists, such as the inclusion of Asiago cheese and avocado to create a dish that is both familiar and new. This particular recipe takes less than 30 minutes, which makes it very convenient for a quick weeknight dinner.

Instructions

1.Cook angel hair pasta according to package directions.
2.In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat.
3.Add minced garlic and onion; sauté until soft and fragrant, then add chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
4.Add white wine and shrimp, cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
5.Add Asiago cheese and avocado and stir until the cheese is melted.
6.Serve the shrimp scampi over the cooked angel hair pasta.
7.

PROS

This shrimp scampi recipe is easy to make and is ready in under half an hour.
It is also gluten-free and full of healthy fats.

The dish is bursting with rich flavors and textures, especially from the addition of avocado and cheesey Asiago.

CONS

This shrimp scampi recipe is high in cholesterol and calories due to the use of butter and cheese.

It is not recommended for those with dairy sensitivities because of the large quantity of cheese used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This shrimp scampi recipe has many healthful benefits. Shrimp is an excellent source of protein, providing all the essential amino acids. Avocado is high in monounsaturated fats, which are important for heart health. The cheese used is a good source of calcium and protein.

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