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Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus Zucchini Noodles
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
- 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt. Once melted, add the asparagus and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss to combine with the asparagus and garlic butter. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the zucchini noodles are just tender.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to combine with the zucchini noodles. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley over the zucchini noodles and shrimp. Toss to combine.
- Divide the garlic butter shrimp and asparagus zucchini noodles among serving plates. Serve immediately and enjoy!
The history of Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus Zucchini Noodles dates back to the fusion of Italian and seafood cuisine. This dish originated in coastal regions where fresh seafood and vegetables were abundant. Renowned chefs like Jamie Oliver and Gordon Ramsay have popularized this dish, infusing it with their own unique twists. The use of zucchini noodles instead of traditional pasta adds a healthy and gluten-free element to the dish, appealing to a wider audience. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in coastal Italian restaurants, where chefs expertly prepare the zucchini noodles to perfection. The key to this dish lies in the balance of flavors, with the garlic butter sauce complementing the succulent shrimp and crisp asparagus. It's important to get the zucchini noodles just right, ensuring they are al dente and not overly watery. This dish offers a delicious alternative to traditional pasta, making it a favorite among health-conscious food enthusiasts.
30 min
4
320 calories
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