Best 3 Simply Succulent Shrimp Recipes

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SIMPLE SUCCULENT SHRIMP SCAMPI



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This recipe is easy, quick, and gives the impression of a gourmet chef! The ingredients are simple, but the taste is truly "succulent"!

Provided by BritniSB

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 32m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb unpeeled large fresh shrimp or 1 lb unpeeled large defrosted shrimp
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup dry white wine
crushed red pepper flakes
chopped parsley (dried works just as well)
8 ounces pasta or 8 ounces rice

Steps:

  • First, Peel shrimp and devein if desired.
  • Then, saute garlic in olive oil for about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Next, add the butter and shrimp.
  • Cook until shrimp are somewhat pink.
  • Finally, stir in wine and red pepper.
  • Reduce heat and allow shrimp fully cook.
  • When finished, sprinkle with parsley and serve over pasta or rice.
  • A few notes: Many of the ingredients can be altered to your own taste.
  • I recommend the following: 1/4 tsp of crushed red pepper1/4 cup of FRESH or 1/8 cup of dried parsley.
  • add more butter if you'd like.
  • serve over angel hair pasta.

SUCCULENT GARLIC SHRIMP



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This is a favourite with friends and family and I usually have to make much more than a single recipe calls for. Wonderful for that 'something special' needed for the holidays.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Christmas

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs uncooked jumbo shrimp, shelled and deveined or 2 lbs frozen shrimp, thawed
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 -5 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups Ritz cracker crumbs (or similar)
1 teaspoon crushed dried basil leaves
1 tablespoon fresh dill, minced or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
1/2 cup melted butter
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine salt, pepper, lemon juice, garlic, and mayonnaise; stir until well blended; place shrimp in a large resealable plastic bag, pour marinade over shrimp and close bag; marinate in the refrigerate several hours or overnight; remove from refrigerator; drain, reserving marinade in a bowl.
  • Preheat oven to 400F; in a medium bowl, combine bread crumbs, basil, and dill; coat each shrimp with crumbs and place in a single layer in a large shallow baking dish.
  • To remaining marinade, add butter and olive oil; pour over shrimp.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until opaque in center (cut to test); remove from oven; serve with plenty of crusty bread for the sauce.

SIMPLY SUCCULENT SHRIMP



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A succulent, red hot, delightful dish for prawn lovers. Try it as an appetizer or as a light main dish. Serve with a salad and some rice in your own romantic setting. This makes for a delectable, romantic dinner.

Provided by Michelle Rauh

Categories     Shrimp Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup chicken broth
1 pound tiger prawns, peeled and deveined
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ cup butter
3 cloves garlic, crushed

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, bring chicken broth to a simmer and add prawns; cook until pink. Add red pepper flakes to taste.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter and garlic; heat until completely melted.
  • Place prawns on a platter with separate cups of garlic butter for dipping; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 233.5 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 211.6 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

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