A flavorful dish featuring shrimp tossed with zucchini noodles, garlic, and a lemon butter sauce. This vibrant recipe is both healthy and satisfying, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
1: Wash and trim the ends of the zucchini. Make the zucchini pasta using a spiralizer or julienne peeler and set aside.
2: Heat 1 tablespoon oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3: Add the shrimp in one layer and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook for one minute without stirring, so the bottom of the shrimp gets slightly browned.
4: Add the chopped garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes, then stir the shrimp for another minute or two to cook the other side. Transfer the shrimp to a shallow plate.
5: In the same pan, add the remaining butter, lemon juice, chicken or vegetable stock, and hot sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring regularly.
6: Stir in the zucchini noodles and cook until done, about 2 minutes, stirring regularly.
7: Allow the sauce to reduce a bit if it’s too watery. Add the shrimp back to the pan and stir for another minute.
8: Serve immediately with lemon slices, extra parsley, and pepper. Enjoy!
