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Dirty Martini Shrimp Scampi

Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time6 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided 
  • 16 oz.  oz extra large shrimp (26/30)
  • 1 small shallot, minced  (1/4 c.)
  • 7 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 c.  dry vermouth
  • 1/2 c.  Ceringola Olives, smashed from pit (about 12) 2 tbsp. brine
  • 12 oz. Thin Linguini
  • 1 tbsp. parsley

Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1/4 c. olive oil. Season shrimp with salt. Add shrimp in an even layer, and sear on each side, 5  minutes. Remove to a plate.
  • Add 1/4 c. olive oil to pan. Sweat shallot and garlic, until shallot is light pink and nearly translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add ceringola olives, brine and vermouth, cook until vermouth begins to simmer and cooks off, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large high sided skillet over high heat, bring water to boil. Salt boiling water and add thin linguini. Cook until al dente, according to package instructions.
  • Transfer Colavita thin linguini, shrimp, and parsley into the sauce mixture. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup reserved pasta water for desired sauce consistency.