Brandied Shrimp With Capers |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 8 Minutes |
Ready In: 23 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This is delicious and very easy & quick to make. Slightly modified from Italian Cooking and Living , August/September 2004. Ingredients:
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
1 1/2 lbs shrimp, peeled, tails left intact |
1 pinch salt |
1 pinch black pepper, freshly ground |
1/4 cup brandy |
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped |
2 tablespoons capers packed in salt, rinsed and drained |
2 -3 tablespoons lemon juice (1 squeezed lemon) |
4 cups mixed greens, with radicchio and mesclun (for garnish) |
Directions:
1. In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil.
2. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and saute for 3 minutes, until they turn pink.
3. Carefully add the brandy, and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the parsley, capers and lemon juice.
5. Cook for 2 minutes, and remove from the heat.
6. To serve, place a serving of shrimp on a bed of mixed greens.
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