Basil Parmesan Shrimp Recipes

SKILLET SHRIMP PARMESAN

Steps:

• In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour and a pinch each of salt and black pepper; shake to mix. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs. In another large resealable plastic bag, combine the panko, oregano, parsley, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; shake to mix.
• Working in batches, add the shrimp to the bag of flour and shake to coat. Transfer the floured shrimp to the beaten eggs and turn to coat. Lift the shrimp from the egg, letting the excess drip back into the bowl, then add to the bag of panko and shake to coat. Transfer the breaded shrimp to a baking sheet or plate.
• In a large oven-proof skillet, heat 1/4 inch of oil over medium-high heat until little bubbles appear when you insert a wooden chopstick or the end of a wooden spoon. Carefully add half the breaded shrimp and fry, flipping once, until well browned, about 3 minutes total; reduce the heat if the shrimp browns too quickly. Transfer the shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate or baking sheet to drain. Repeat with the remaining shrimp.
• Position the oven rack 6 to 8 inches from the heat source and preheat the broiler to high. Carefully pour the oil into a heatproof container and let the skillet cool slightly.
• Add the marinara to the skillet and cook over medium heat until bubbling. Arrange the fried shrimp in the skillet in an even layer, then sprinkle the mozzarella and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan on top. Broil for 1 to 3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and browned in spots. Garnish the shrimp Parmesan with basil leaves and serve with crushed red pepper and additional Parmesan, for sprinkling.

SHRIMP WITH BASIL-GARLIC BUTTER

Steps:

• Season shrimp with salt and pepper.Heat oil in skillet over med high heat and saute shrimp until just turning opaque,remove and keep to one side.
• Add garlic to skillet and cook over med heat for 15 secs, then stir in wine,red pepper,juice and tomatoes.Boil stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced by two thirds.Add shrimp and simmer for a couple of mins then swirl in butter and basil.
• Serve over pasta and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

PARMESAN SHRIMP WITH BASIL DRESSING

Steps:

• Shell shrimp, leaving tails intact.
• Remove back vein, flatten with rolling pin. (butterfly them).
• Toss shrimp in Parmesan cheese. Heat butter and oil in pan, add shrimp, cook quickly on both side until light golden brown.
• Do not overcook or shrimp will toughen.
• Drain on paper towels immediately.
• Serve with lettuce (I use romaine), cherry tomatoes and lemon wedges.
• Top with Basil Dressing.
• Basil Dressing: combine all ingredients, mix well.