Shrimp Scampi
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp
1/2 cup flour
salt
pepper
cayenne
1/2 cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic -- minced
2 shallots -- chopped
1/2 cup parsley -- minced
1/2 teaspoon oregano
2 tablespoons wine
2 tablespoons brandy
Season flour with salt, pepper, and cayenne. Dredge shrimp in flour. Saute
shrimp in olive oil for 5 minutes over high heat, shaking briskly. Remove shrimp
with a slotted spoon to a shallow casserole dish. Add garlic, shallots,
parsley, and oregano to olive oil, saute over medium heat for 3 minutes, shaking
the pan briskly.
Remove herbs with a slotted spoon to casserole. Add wine and
brandy to skillet and ignite. When flames die down, pour sauce over shrimp.
Broil for 2 minutes.