Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles Recipe

Name: Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb medium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined; 3 medium zucchini, ends removed and cut into thin strips to resemble spaghetti; 1 1/2 tbsp cajun seasoning; 1/2 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tbsp butter, salted or unsalted; 1 Shallot, sliced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp dry white wine; 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth; 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 tsp hot sauce, such as Franks brand; 1/4 tsp black pepper and salt to taste; 1 tbsp heavy cream; 2 tbsp fresh grayed romano cheese, plus more for serving; 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 lb medium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 medium zucchini, ends removed and cut into thin strips to resemble spaghetti
1 1/2 tbsp cajun seasoning
1/2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tbsp butter, salted or unsalted
1 Shallot, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp dry white wine
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp hot sauce, such as Franks brand
1/4 tsp black pepper and salt to taste
1 tbsp heavy cream
2 tbsp fresh grayed romano cheese, plus more for serving
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

1
Season shrimp with cajun seasoning
2
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet.
3
Add shrimp and cook until.pink and cooked through, about 3 minutes on each side.
4
Remove to a plate and cover to keep warm
5
Add shallot and garlic to the same skillet the shrimp was cooked in and cook 1 minute just to soften.
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Add wine and cook until almost gone
7
Add broth, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, hot sauce, cream, black pepper and salt to taste.
8
Bring to a simmer
9
Add zucchini, tossing to coat with sauce and cook until just tender about 2 minutes
10
Turn out onto serving platter, sprinkle with romano cheese, top with shrimp and parsley.
11
Add more romano cheese when serving
12
Note, The zucchini can be cut by knife.
13
I use a simple tool that when you put the zucchini in and twist the noodles come out.
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I got it at the grocery store.
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I picture it below

360

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb medium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, 3 medium zucchini, ends removed and cut into thin strips to resemble spaghetti, 1 1/2 tbsp cajun seasoning, 1/2 tbsp olive oil, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles

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