Olive Garden Classic Shrimp Scampi Fritta

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    874 kcal

  • Course

    Appetizer

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Olive Garden Classic Shrimp Scampi Fritta

Love the flavor of shrimp scampi? Love fried shrimp? The Classic Shrimp Scampi Fritta from the Olive Garden is the perfect combination of the two classic dishes.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 pound shelled, deveined shrimp
  • 2 cups cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 cup unsalted butter cut into tablespoon-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped white onion
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1 lemon slice, you will use 5 to 6 slices
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh parsley dry is ok
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • vegetable oil for frying
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Instructions

Fried Shrimp Instructions

  1. Fill a large pan with 3 to 4 inches of vegetable oil Heat the oil to 350 degrees.
  2. Dredge the shrimp in cornstarch, shake off the excess.
  3. Fry the shrimp in small batches for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack until ready to serve.

Shrimp Scampi Sauce

  1. In a heavy-bottomed skillet, heat the wine, vinegar, and chopped onion over medium heat until the liquid is reduced to about 1 tablespoon.
  2. Add the small cubes of butter and stir until it is melted.
  3. Add heavy cream, salt, white pepper, lemon slices, parsley, and lemon juice. Stir to combine.
  4. Place the cooked shrimp on a serving plate and top with white wine sauce.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 874kcal (44%) Carbohydrates 63g (21%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 55g (85%) Saturated Fat 34g (170%) Cholesterol 435mg (145%) Sodium 1450mg (60%) Potassium 189mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1710IU (34%) Vitamin C 21mg (23%) Calcium 201mg (20%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 874 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 874kcal 44%
Carbohydrates 63g 21%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 55g 85%
Saturated Fat 34g 170%
Cholesterol 435mg 145%
Sodium 1450mg 60%
Potassium 189mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1710IU 34%
Vitamin C 21mg 23%
Calcium 201mg 20%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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