Shrimp Scampi

The Ted's Bakery Haupia pie also reminded me of the shrimp scampi. When we visited Hawaii those were some of the places that we wanted to go back to again. This summer vacation we did make it to the shrimp scampi truck! Yum!

This the Giovanni's Famous Shrimp Truck

This is the authentic Giovani's Shrimp Scampi.

Last night I decided to make my own shrimp scampi.

What you need:

Fresh shrimps with heads on. Devein the shrimp. Leave the shell. It's more authentic if you have the shell on.  I used the scissors to cut the through the shell and devein it from there.

You may ask why I keep the head. The shrimp head has a ton of flavor when you cook it. Why throw it out if it will enhance the flavor of your food.

1/2 lb shrimps



4 cloves fresh garlic, minced.

 2 tbsp Butter

Salt & Pepper, to taste

 The Process:

Heat the pan in medium heat.

Add butter and garlic on the pan.

Cook the garlic. Stir constantly so it does not burn. You do not want burnt garlic! The kitchen should smell like garlic by now. Yum!

 Add the shrimp to the pan.

 Cook the shrimp for 8-10 mins or until the shrimp is not gray anymore. Season with salt and pepper.

 When fully cooked, separate the shrimp head and discard. The shrimp head was just added for flavor.

Place in shrimp on a plate. Serve with rice, if you prefer.

Serve, share, enjoy!