BROILED BUTTERFLIED SHRIMP

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Somewhere, I got the idea that Shrimp Scampi is supposed to be broiled, yet most recipes I found sauteed. So I made this last night and my husband loved it.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     High Protein

Time 20m

Yield 6 portions, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb jumbo shrimp, thawed (if frozen)
2 garlic cloves, sliced thin
4 tablespoons butter
salt
cayenne pepper
1/8 cup Italian style breadcrumbs
1/8 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/8 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/8 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. Peel, devein, and butterfly shrimps. Arrange butterflied shrimp in a shallow baking dish in a single layer. Season to taste with salt and cayenne pepper.
  • In a small skillet, melt the butter and saute garlic for 5 minutes or so. Do not allow to brown. Remove garlic. Pour about half evenly over shrimp.
  • Sprinkle arranged shrimp with both types of bread crumbs. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Pour remainder of butter evenly over shrimp.
  • Broil about 3 to 5 minutes until shrimp or bread crumbs begin to brown and shrimp are opaque. Turn shrimps over and broil another 3 to 5 minutes until done.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.8, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 137.2, Sodium 232.2, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.3, Protein 16.9

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