Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles

Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles

Tender shrimp and zucchini noodles tossed in a bright garlic, lemon, butter, and white wine sauce.

Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil in the large skillet over medium heat. Add the zucchini and ⅜ tsp (2 gr) salt, then toss just until slightly tender; transfer to the colander to drain.

    Timer: 3 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 15.0 ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 2.0 gr Salt, 900.0 gr Zucchini

    Cookware: colander, large skillet, tongs

  2. Step 2

    Return the skillet to medium heat and add the remaining 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil. Season the shrimp with ⅝ tsp (3 gr) salt and the black pepper, then cook until opaque and 63°C at the center; transfer to a plate.

    Timer: 4 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 2.0 gr Black Pepper, 15.0 ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 3.0 gr Salt, 680.0 gr Shrimp

    Cookware: large skillet, plate, tongs

  3. Step 3

    Reduce to low heat and melt 2 ¼ tbsp (30 gr) butter in the skillet. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, then stir until fragrant without browning the garlic.

    Timer: 1 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 20.0 gr Garlic, 1.0 gr Turkish Red Pepper Flakes (Pul Biber), 30.0 gr Unsalted Butter

    Cookware: large skillet, tongs

  4. Step 4

    Add the white wine, increase to medium heat, and simmer until reduced by about half.

    Timer: 3 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 120.0 ml dry white wine

    Cookware: large skillet

  5. Step 5

    Reduce to low heat. Stir in the lemon juice and remaining 1 tbsp (15 gr) butter until the sauce is glossy.

    Timer: 1 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 45.0 ml Lemon Juice, 15.0 gr Unsalted Butter

    Cookware: large skillet, tongs

  6. Step 6

    Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss over low heat until warmed through.

    Timer: 1 min (fixed)

    Cookware: large skillet, tongs

  7. Step 7

    Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the drained zucchini noodles and parsley, toss gently to coat, and serve immediately.

    Ingredients used: 15.0 gr Parsley

    Cookware: colander, large skillet, tongs

Nutrition (Estimated)

Food safety

Caution: medium

Keep raw shrimp refrigerated until cooking, wash hands and food-contact surfaces after handling it, and cook the thickest shrimp to 63°C. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and consume them within 2 days.

Risk factors

  • Raw shrimp may carry foodborne pathogens.
  • Seafood is highly perishable and can cross-contaminate other foods.