SPLIT-SECOND SHRIMP

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I use my microwave to hurry along the prep of this super fast shrimp scampi. It's deliciously buttery and full of garlic flavor. We love it as a main dish, but it makes an excellent appetizer, too. - Jalayne Luckett, Marion, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth
5 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined

Steps:

Place butter, garlic and cayenne in a 9-in. microwave-safe pie plate. Microwave, covered, on high until butter is melted, about 1 minute. Stir in wine, lemon juice, parsley and salt. Add shrimp; toss to coat. , Microwave, covered, on high until shrimp turns pink, 2-1/2-3-1/2 minutes. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 476mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges