Zucchini Noodles Garlic Shrimp (Printer-Friendly Version)

Tender zucchini noodles and garlic shrimp tossed with lemon, butter, and parsley for a light meal.

# Ingredients Needed:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large zucchinis, spiralized into noodles

→ Seafood

02 - 7 oz medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Fats and Oils

03 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
04 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

→ Aromatics

05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced

→ Liquids

06 - 2 tablespoons vegetable stock or dry white wine
07 - Juice and zest of ½ lemon

→ Herbs

08 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

→ Seasonings

09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Optional

10 - Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Create noodles from the zucchinis using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and set aside.
02 - Pat the shrimp dry thoroughly, then season both sides with salt and black pepper.
03 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter with the olive oil until the butter foams but does not brown.
04 - Place the shrimp in a single layer in the hot skillet. Cook undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes until golden seared, then flip and cook for 1 to 2 more minutes until opaque and cooked through.
05 - Push shrimp to one side of the pan, add the minced garlic to the empty space, and cook, stirring constantly, for 30 to 45 seconds until fragrant without browning.
06 - Pour the vegetable stock or white wine into the pan to deglaze, then immediately add the zucchini noodles. Toss to coat evenly in the garlic butter mixture.
07 - Cook noodles for 1 to 2 minutes, maintaining a slight bite. Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped parsley, then adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
08 - Transfer to serving plates and sprinkle with optional grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Salt the spiralized zucchini and let it drain for 10 minutes before cooking to reduce excess moisture and improve texture.
02 - Ensure shrimp are fully thawed and patted dry prior to cooking for optimal searing.
03 - Do not overcook zucchini noodles; they should remain tender yet slightly firm.

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