Name: Shrimp and Corn with Basil
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes
Yield: Serves 2 as a main course
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; Kernels from 2 ears corn; 1/2 pound shelled large shrimp; 4 scallions, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced

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Shrimp and Corn with BasilAlan Richardson

This American variation of a Chinese stir-fry—combined with a loaf of crusty bread—is a meal in itself.

Recipe information

Total Time
15 minutes
Yield
Serves 2 as a main course

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Kernels from 2 ears corn

1/2 pound shelled large shrimp

4 scallions, chopped

1/4 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced

Preparation

Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over moderately high heat, then sauté corn and shrimp, stirring, until shrimp are cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in scallions and basil and season with salt and pepper.

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