Scampi Crostini Recipe
Shrimp Scampi on toasted crostini with pesto aioli. Served with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.
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Ingredients
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Crostini
Shrimp Scampi
Pesto Aioli
Serving
Method
Crostini Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Slice the Baguette
Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices.
- 3
Prepare the Crostini
Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Brush both sides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- 4
Toast the Crostini
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside.
Shrimp Scampi Preparation
- 5
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 6
Cook the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- 7
Season the Shrimp
Add lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and chopped parsley to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for an additional minute. Remove from heat.
Pesto Aioli Preparation
- 8
Mix Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, pesto, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Stir until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Assembly and Serving
- 9
Assemble the Crostini
Spread a layer of pesto aioli on each toasted crostini. Top with a generous portion of shrimp scampi.
- 10
Serve
Arrange the crostini on a serving platter. Serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges on the side.
