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Fresh Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles

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A quick, easy, and flavorful low-carb recipe featuring seared shrimp in garlic butter served over tender-crisp zucchini noodles. Perfect for weeknight dinners or keto-friendly meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Spiralize the zucchinis into noodles, place in a colander or paper towel-lined bowl, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and let sit for 10 minutes. Gently squeeze to remove excess water.
  3. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer shrimp to a plate.
  4. Lower heat to medium, add remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Add red pepper flakes if using.
  5. Add zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss gently for 2-3 minutes until warmed through and tender-crisp. Squeeze in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Return shrimp to the skillet with noodles and garlic butter. Toss gently to coat and heat through for 1 minute.
  7. Remove from heat, sprinkle chopped parsley over the top, toss gently, and serve immediately.

Notes

To prevent zucchini noodles from becoming soggy, salt them and let sit to draw out moisture before cooking. Avoid overcrowding the pan when searing shrimp to ensure a caramelized crust. If butter browns too quickly, reduce heat and add a splash of olive oil. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter.

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Keywords: garlic butter shrimp, zucchini noodles, low-carb, keto, quick dinner, healthy seafood, easy recipe

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