Ingredients for Amaretto Shrimp
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped white onion
- 1 pound large shrimp
- 1/4 cup Amaretto liqueur
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 ounces cooked angel hair pasta
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How to Make Amaretto Shrimp
- Peel and devein 1 pound of shrimp, leaving tails on. Lightly score the back of each shrimp with a sharp knife.
- In a large skillet, sauté 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion in 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until pink and cooked through.
- Pour in 1/4 cup Amaretto liqueur and stir to combine.
- Add 1/4 cup slivered almonds and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Cook for 1 1/2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly and is bubbly.
- Serve the shrimp scampi immediately over 8 ounces cooked angel hair pasta. Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
19 g
Sugar
11g
Fat
27g
Carbs
3g
