- 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil
- 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp tails on or off depending on preference
- 1 pound sea scallops dry-packed
- 2 shallots
- 1-2 red Fresno chili peppers or crushed red pepper to taste
- 6 cloves garlic
- 3 cups chicken stock or white wine
- ½ stick butter
- 1 small bunch ramps
- 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cook the Shrimp and Scallops:
Pat the shrimp and scallops dry once more and season all over with salt and pepper. Heat the cooking oil in a wide skillet over medium heat. Once very hot, add the shrimp in an even layer and cook for 2-3 minutes, turning once, or until just pink and slightly undercooked. Transfer to a plate.
Add more oil, if needed. Once hot, add the scallops and cook without moving until well-seared, about 1-2 minutes. Flip and cook an additional minute or until the scallops are just cooked through. Transfer to the plate with the shrimp.
Prepare the Rest of the Scampi:
Add the shallots, garlic, red Fresno peppers, and minced ramp stems to the skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring often, for 2-3 minutes or until the shallots begin to soften. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour the chicken stock and lemon juice into the pan and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits stuck to the bottom. Reduce heat to a low boil for 5-7 minutes or until reduced slightly. Stir in the butter. Once the butter has melted and the sauce has thickened slightly, add the ramps. Taste and season to your preferences.
Finish the Shrimp and Scallop Scampi:
Calories: 343kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 11g | Sodium: 1587mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin C: 22mg