Scampi mare nostrum

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
24largesPrawns peeled, deveined, and split lengthwise
Salt & pepper
½cupOlive oil
½cupWhite wine
Juice of one lemon
½cupFish stock
2largesShallots chopped
2tablespoonsChopped sweet basil
2tablespoonsChopped fresh oregano

Directions

Arrange the prawns butterfly fashion in a baking dish. Season with slat and pepper. combine oil, wine, lemon juice, fish stock, shallots, basil and oregano. Poru over prawns, turning to coat well. Marinate for 1 hour. When ready to cook, remove prawns from marinade, shaking off excess. Place under broiler and broil for 10 min. or until golden. DO NOT OVER COOK.

Source: California Cuisine ISBN 0-8109-1293-7 Shared by Joan Mershon