Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles

Ingredients

• 1 pound Large shrimp
• 4 medium Zucchini
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 6 cloves Garlic
• 0.5 cup Dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Prepare the shrimp: Peel and devein the 1 pound of Large shrimp. Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels.
2. 2Prepare the zucchini noodles: Use a spiralizer to create noodles from the 4 medium Zucchini. Set aside.
3. 3Sauté aromatics: Heat the 3 tablespoons of Olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat (350°F / 175°C). Add the 6 cloves of minced Garlic and the 0.25 teaspoon of Red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 30 seconds, or until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
4. 4Cook the shrimp: Add the prepared 1 pound of Large shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
5. 5Create the sauce: Pour the 0.5 cup of Dry white wine and the 2 tablespoons of Lemon juice into the skillet with the shrimp. Bring the liquid to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly.
6. 6Add zucchini noodles: Add the prepared zucchini noodles to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the noodles with the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the zucchini noodles are tender-crisp.
7. 7Finish and serve: Stir in the 0.25 cup of Fresh parsley, the 0.5 teaspoon of Salt, and the 0.25 teaspoon of Black pepper. Serve the Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles immediately.

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