Shrimp Scampi with Asparagus and Tomatoes

3/4-1 lb angel hair or regular spaghetti
1 lb (or 1 bundle) asparagus, rinsed
3-4 Tbsp butter, divided
2-3 Tbsp olive oil, divided
2 Tab cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tea. crushed red pepper flakes
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Sea Salt and Pepper
1/2 cup white cooking wine
1/2 lemon
3 Tab.fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 Tbsp grated lemon zest
1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
Grated Parmesan cheese

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add 1 Tbsp salt and 1 Tbsp olive oil and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, or desired doneness (meanwhile, continue with recipe). Drain pasta, return to pot and cover to keep warm.
Cut asparagus into thirds. Place a large, deep pan over medium/high heat and add 1 Tbsp olive oil and 1 Tbsp butter. Add asparagus, season lightly with ¼ tsp salt and ⅛ tsp pepper and cook uncovered for 5 minutes or until crisp tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from pan.
In the same hot skillet, add 2 Tbsp oil and 2 Tbsp butter. Once the butter is melted, add minced garlic and saute, stirring frequently for 1 minute. Add shrimp in a single layer and season with 1 tsp salt and ¼ tsp black pepper. Saute until shrimp are pink and not translucent (about 2 minutes per side). Be careful not to overcook or shrimp will be tough.
Add ¼ cup lemon juice, ⅓ cup chopped parsley, 1 Tbsp lemon zest and stir to combine. Turn off the heat and return pasta and asparagus to the pan. Toss everything to combine and serve with grated Parmesan.

source: Saving Room for Dessert

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