Asian-Style Shrimp Scampi

This recipe is an adaptation of Bobby Flay's Grilled Shrimp Scampi Style with Soy Sauce, Garlic and Ginger. 

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
• 2 limes, juiced
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 2 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, finely grated
• 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup canola oil, divided
• 1 1/4 pounds large (21-24) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 stick butter, softened
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Asian-style shrimp scampi is a rather hearty shrimp dish. First, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of the sesame oil, the lime juice, honey, ginger, garlic and 1/4 cup canola oil in a bowl and add to a food processor (or blender, if you don't have a food processor). Add the softened butter and pulse until thoroughly combined.

Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and brush mixture onto the shrimp. Place into preheated skillet and cook in a single layer for 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until just cooked through. Add extra sauce to the skillet until sauce is warmed.

Serve shrimp over rice or Asian noodles - my preference is brown rice. Enjoy with a pair of chopsticks and a glass of saki!

XO, KP