Shrimp Scampi

Number of Servings: 
6
Ingredients: 
1 ½ - pounds 26/30 Ocean Garden® Mexican Shrimp raw, peeled and deveined
¼ - cup olive oil
2 – small cloves garlic, minced
2 – small red peppers, cut into strips
1 – cup onion, thinly sliced
2 – small green peppers, cut into strips
½ - cup tomato sauce
¼ - cup fresh parsley, chopped
Capers
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions: 

Heat oil in large skillet. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly for 30 seconds. Add shrimp and sauté for about four minutes, tossing shrimp occasionally. Shrimp are done when they turn pink. Do not over cook. With a slotted spoon, remove shrimp to plate and set aside. Add peppers and onion to skillet. Sauté six to eight minutes or until onion is translucent and peppers are tender. Stir in tomato sauce and parsley. Return shrimp to pan. Cover and simmer two to three minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste and add the capers.
Plate and serve with warm bread.

Source:

Ocean Garden Products and Chef Tony Hamati, Bravo Bistro, Scottsdale, AZ

No votes yet

Ask a dietition

  • I am finally convinced that the cholesterol found in shrimp isn’t going to raise my blood cholesterol and may actually decrease my risk of heart disease.  Are there any other nutrients found in shrimp that can make me healthier?
    Happy Holidays!
    Ralph C.

We already know that shrimp is low in fat and calories. But if you are concerned about cholesterol, there is good news. You do not have to give up shrimp! Research shows and dietitians concur that the high percentage of "good fats" in shrimp reduces the impact of cholesterol. So enjoy shrimp as part of a balanced - and delicious - diet.