Rampart Street Shrimp

Description

Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1½ pounds peeled, deveined raw large shrimp
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon oregano leaves, crushed
• salt and ground red pepper to taste
• ½ cup dry vermouth
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 3 cups hot cooked rice

Procedures

1. Melt butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, turning to lightly brown evenly.
2. Add garlic, oregano, salt, red pepper and vermouth. Lower heat to simmer and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until Shrimp are tender.
3. Add lemon juice and adjust seasonings, if necessary. Serve over fluffy rice.