Scampi(Shrimp)

11 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 lb. jumbo shrimp (16 to lb.)
  • 1 Tbsp. garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 c. olive oil
  • 1/2 bunch scallions or shallots, finely chopped
  • 1/2 c. dry sherry
  • pinch of dry mustard
  • 1/2 c. finely chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • pepper
  • 1 Tbsp. oregano (optional)
  • pinch of mace

Directions

  1. 1
    Shell shrimp until last segment, leaving tail on.
  2. 2
    With a sharp knife, cut back of shrimp to devein.
  3. 3
    Wash and pat dry.
  4. 4
    Combine other ingredients, except shrimp, in deep bowl; stir thoroughly until combined.
  5. 5
    Taste for seasoning.
  6. 6
    Add shrimp; turn them with spoon until totally covered, then cover with plastic foil.
  7. 7
    Keep at room temperature for about 2 hours, turning shrimp 2 or 3 times so they are covered and moistened.
  8. 8
    Choose a pan you might want to serve in and arrange shrimp in shallow dish just large enough to hold one layer.
  9. 9
    Pour marinade over them.

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