pat's Recipe

Garlic Shrimp with Basil

Category: Seafood

This garlicky dish can be served with crusty bread or over linguine or white rice.

Serves 4
1 1/2 pounds extra-large shrimp , peeled and deveined
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
10 garlic cloves , minced
3/4 cup white wine
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut into pieces
2 tablespoons capers drained and minced
1 teaspoon lemon juice


1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until just smoking. Add shrimp and cook until lightly browned, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to plate.

2. Add remaining oil, garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to empty skillet and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in wine and tomatoes and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Off heat, whisk in basil, butter, capers, and lemon juice. Add shrimp and any accumulated juices to skillet. Cover and let sit until shrimp are heated through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve.