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Scampi
Calories & nutrition facts
coated in breadcrumbs, baked
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 232 kcal —
- Protein 12 g 23%
- Carbohydrate 24 g 9%
- Fat 11 g 13%
- Saturated fat 0.9 g 4%
- Fibre 1.5 g 5%
- Sugars 0.8 g —
- Sodium 561 mg 24%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin E 3.2 mg 21%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.16 mg 13%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.06 mg 5%
- Niacin (B3) 2.1 mg 13%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.29 mg 6%
- Vitamin B6 0.06 mg 4%
- Biotin (B7) 2.1 µg 7%
- Folate (B9) 14 µg 4%
- Vitamin B12 1.5 µg 63%
Minerals
- Calcium 105 mg 8%
- Iron 1.9 mg 11%
- Magnesium 34 mg 8%
- Phosphorus 260 mg 21%
- Potassium 234 mg 5%
- Zinc 0.8 mg 7%
- Copper 0.18 mg 20%
- Manganese 0.27 mg 12%
- Selenium 26 µg 47%
- Iodine 101 µg 67%
Questions about Scampi
What is scampi made from?
Scampi traditionally means the tail meat of langoustines, also called Dublin Bay prawns. In British shops and pubs, it usually means langoustine tails coated in breadcrumbs or batter and fried.
How do you cook frozen breaded scampi?
For crisp results, cook it from frozen in a single layer in an oven preheated to 220°C (200°C fan), usually for about 15–18 minutes, turning once. Check that the centre is piping hot; cooking times differ between products.
Can you cook scampi in an air fryer?
Yes. Arrange frozen breaded scampi in a single layer and air-fry at about 200°C for 8–10 minutes, shaking or turning halfway through; cook in batches if needed so the coating crisps rather than steams.
What do you serve with scampi?
Chips, peas and tartare sauce are the familiar British pairing. A wedge of lemon and a crisp green salad also cut through the rich breadcrumb coating.
How should you store scampi?
Keep frozen scampi in the freezer and cook it from frozen unless the packet says otherwise. Once cooked, refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and eat within two days; reheat until piping hot, and do not refreeze thawed raw scampi.
Is scampi the same as prawns?
Not traditionally: scampi comes from langoustines, which are small lobster-like crustaceans, while prawns are a different group of crustaceans. Breaded products sold as scampi are usually made with langoustine tails, but check the ingredients because names can be used loosely.
Can you eat scampi if you have a shellfish allergy?
No: langoustines are crustaceans, so scampi is not suitable for someone allergic to crustaceans. Breaded scampi may also contain wheat, and frying oil can be shared with other foods.
Source: CoFID (UK) 16-409 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
