Warm Prawn Scampi And Butter Bean Salad Recipe Video
The funny thing about “Shrimp Scampi” is that the term “Scampi” was used to describe a style of dish; one where the shrimp are cooked in a garlic and butter sauce. But, “Scampi” is actually the plural Italian name for a shrimp-like creature that is really a small Norwegian lobster (Nephrops Norvegicus). Confused yet? Just have a glass of wine and enjoy the clip.
My one twist on this classic recipe is the addition of Butter Beans. I love the contrast in textures between the tender prawns and the creamy beans. I used lemon juice here as the acid, but a nice dry white wine also produces a great version. I didn’t add it in the clip but a big pinch of hot pepper flakes is highly recommended, and while the parsley is traditional, basil or dill will also work great as the fresh herb addition. The original dish I enjoyed as a child was always served over pasta, but here I used my carbo allowance on a couple of toast points to soak up the amazing sauce. Enjoy!
Ingredients
Prawns - 1 pound, peeled and deveined, dry
Butter beans - 1 jar of 12 ounces, drained
Garlic - 1 clove, minced
Fresh parsley - 1/2 bunch
Butter - 2 tablespoons
Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Fresh lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
Water - 2 tablespoons
Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
Spanish paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
Hot pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
GETTING READY
1) Toss the prawns with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and Spanish paprika.
MAKING
2) Place a non-stick pan over high heat and add the remaining olive oil.
3) Add the prepared prawns and sear them on high heat for 40 seconds. Keep moving the meat around.
4) Add the butter and garlic to the pan. Give the ingredients a swirl and mix well.
5) Add all the remaining ingredients and mix well. Cook for about 15 seconds.
6) Add the parsley and turn off the heat. Mix the ingredients together. Add the salt.
SERVING
7) Move the prawn scampi to a serving bowl and serve while still hot. The dish is an excellent side dish but can also be a wholesome main course dish, especially when served with a salad on the side.
1) Toss the prawns with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and Spanish paprika.
MAKING
2) Place a non-stick pan over high heat and add the remaining olive oil.
3) Add the prepared prawns and sear them on high heat for 40 seconds. Keep moving the meat around.
4) Add the butter and garlic to the pan. Give the ingredients a swirl and mix well.
5) Add all the remaining ingredients and mix well. Cook for about 15 seconds.
6) Add the parsley and turn off the heat. Mix the ingredients together. Add the salt.
SERVING
7) Move the prawn scampi to a serving bowl and serve while still hot. The dish is an excellent side dish but can also be a wholesome main course dish, especially when served with a salad on the side.
Editors Review
A delicious Italian warm dinner salad that you can serve with a glass of white wine and garlic bread on the side. It takes just 10 minutes to make this gorgeous dish for a romantic meal.Questions, Comments and Reviews
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