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Scampi with Garlic, Chiles and Mint: Scampi con Aglio, Peperoni e Nepitella (Mario Batali)
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
Ready In: 20 Minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
2 pounds jumbo prawns (12 pieces), or lobsterettes
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
4 hot red jalapenos, seeded and thinly sliced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh fennel fronds
Directions:
1. Split the prawns in half lengthwise.
2. In a 12 to 14-inch saute pan, heat the oil until smoking. Add the prawns, garlic and jalapenos and cook until the prawns have turned red on 1 side but the garlic is still light brown. Add the wine and turn the prawns over to cook 1 more minute. Add the mint and fennel and toss through. Pour into a warm serving bowl and serve.
By RecipeOfHealth.com