Best Basil Parmesan Shrimp Recipes

BASIL PARMESAN SHRIMP

Steps:

• For dressing, combine 1/4 cup oil, basil, vinegar, 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese and sugar in a saucepan over low heat. Meanwhile, combine shrimp and remaining cheese. , In a large skillet, heat butter and remaining oil. Add shrimp; saute for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Drain on paper towels. Serve on lettuce; drizzle with warm dressing.

LOLA SHRIMP AND PARMESAN POLENTA GRITS WITH TOMATO BASIL CONCASSE

Steps:

• For the shrimp sauce: Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Saute the onions and turkey bacon for 3 minutes. Add the garlic, clam juice, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning and sugar. Simmer for 25 minutes.
• Sprinkle the shrimp with salt, pepper and the smoked paprika. In a small skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat and saute the shrimp for 1 minute. Transfer the shrimp to the tomato sauce and simmer for 2 minutes.
• For the polenta: Bring 3 cups water to a boil in a large saucepan. Stir in the polenta and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan, butter and lemon zest. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
• To serve: Divide the polenta between shallow serving bowls and top each with some shrimp and sauce. Garnish with the turkey bacon and parsley.

PARMESAN SHRIMP WITH BASIL DRESSING

Steps:

• Shell shrimp, leaving tails intact.
• Remove back vein, flatten with rolling pin. (butterfly them).
• Toss shrimp in Parmesan cheese. Heat butter and oil in pan, add shrimp, cook quickly on both side until light golden brown.
• Do not overcook or shrimp will toughen.
• Drain on paper towels immediately.
• Serve with lettuce (I use romaine), cherry tomatoes and lemon wedges.
• Top with Basil Dressing.
• Basil Dressing: combine all ingredients, mix well.

PARMESAN SHRIMP WITH BASIL BUTTER

Steps:

• 1. Combine the basil and salt to the softened butter mixing to combine.
• 2. Place butter mixture on a piece of plastic wrap and shape into a log.
• 3. Wrap tightly and place in refrigerator to harden.
• 4. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place shrimp in a baking dish and season with salt, pepper and olive oil, tossing to coat completely.
• 5. Cook for 10-15 minutes depending on the size of your shrimp or until they are perfectly pink in color.
• 6. Remove from oven and slice the basil butter over the top, and sprinkle the Parmesan over all.
• 7. Top with more fresh basil.