Shrimp scampi emergency, i ran out of vermouth or white wine, what should i use?

No, it's not ruined. You can use brandy too, but be careful, because brandy can flame up if near open flame. If you don't have that, you can also use vodka in a pinch, but it won't ADD flavor because it's not made from grapes. It will only enhance the existing flavors.

I never use alcohol in scampi, though..

You do not have to use those to make scampi. I use a ton of garlic and butter with oregano. The trick is cooking it slow and not on an extremely hot stove. Fresh oregano is best!! Good luck to you.

You don't need the wine. And, No your dinner won't be ruined.

1 lb. shrimp
4 Tbs. butter
2 Tbs. olive oil
1/4 tsp. salt
2 tsp. minced garlic
1 Tbs. chopped parsley

Bring six quarts of water in a large pot to a boil. While waiting for the water to boil, peel one pound of shrimp. Rinse the shrimp and blot dry with paper towels. Once the water is boiling, stir in 1/2 tablespoon table salt and add one pound of dried linguine. Use the instructions on the box.

Melt four tablespoons of butter and two tablespoons of olive oil in the pan. Add about 2 teaspoons of minced garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt (if using unsalted butter). Stir over medium-low heat until the garlic is lightly browned.

The shrimp should be added in a single layer on the pan (cook two batches if necessary). The shrimp can be cooked over low or medium heat. Over medium heat, the shrimp will form a slight crust and be golden brown when cooked. When the shrimp color changes and the flesh touching the pan is no longer translucent (about two minutes), flip the shrimps over with a pair of tongs or spatula.

Meanwhile, when the linguine is cooked to the desired level, pour the pasta into a collander to drain. Return the pasta to the pot or into a large bowl. When the second side of the shrimp is fully cooked (another two minutes), throw in one tablespoon chopped parsley and give it a quick stir. Remove from the heat and pour shrimp and butter over the pasta.

Toss and serve with fresh grated parmesan, ground black pepper, and a slice of lemon.

You can do without.

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