8 Servings 25 min Cook
2 Medium (2-1/2" dia) Onions
32 0 Oz Shrimp
1 Tsp Salt
2 Cloves, minced Garlic
1/2 Cup, chopped Scallions
1/2 Cup Water
3/4 Stick Butter
Peel and devein shrimp.
Finely chop onions and scallions.
Heat butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat until foaming, then cook onions with scallion, garlic, salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, stirring occasionally, until softened but not browned, about 5 minutes.
Add shrimp and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
Add 1/2 cup water and simmer gently, stirring, until shrimp are just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes (shrimp should be saucy; add more water if necessary).
Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.