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Spicy Garlic Shrimp Tossed with Zucchini Pasta

Spicy Garlic Shrimp Served with Zucchle Pasta Recipe

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Garlic Shrimp Sautéed in Romesco Sauce, Served on Zucchini Pasta
Garlic Shrimp Sautéed in Romesco Sauce, Served on Zucchini Pasta

Spicy Garlic Shrimp Tossed with Zucchini Pasta

Whip up your Romesco Garlic Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles ahead of time, as this scrumptious dish can be prepared up to two days in advance! Want a twist? Give Pesto a try instead of Romesco, pair it with cold cucumber noodles, and you've got a refreshing meal.

Cheating's allowed, too. Swap the shrimp prep time by buying pre-cooked shrimp, just skip the 1/4 cup water and covered cooking at the end of the third step.

Pro Tips: Shrimp are simpler to handle than you might think, but unlike beef, shrimp get tough if cooked for too long. To achieve perfectly cooked shrimp, they should be pink in color and gently curved like a "C". Don't forget to fully thaw any frozen shrimp prior to cooking!

Crunched for time? Explore these additional low-carb options:

  1. Zucchini Noodles with Alternative Keto-Friendly Sauces:
    • Toss zucchini noodles with a Smoky Romesco Sauce or Simple Sofrito, both of which are keto-friendly and offer bursts of flavor[1].
    • Use a simple Tartar Sauce with zucchini noodles or as a dip for grilled seafood [1].
  2. Baba Ganoush with Grilled Vegetables: Ditch the pasta or starches and opt for grilled or roasted veggies such as peppers or eggplant, then pair them with delicious Baba Ganoush for a low-carb Mediterranean meal[2].
  3. Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice with Grilled Shrimp: Substitute the zucchini noodles with Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice for a low-carb, flavor-packed dinner. Serve with grilled shrimp seasoned with herbs and lime for an unforgettable twist[3].
  4. Grilled Seafood with Low-Carb Dips: Pair your favorite fish or seafood with Cilantro Pesto or Anchovy-less Worcestershire Sauce for a low-carb dinner bursting with flavor[1].

These low-carb alternatives will pump up the flavor while maintaining a low-carb diet! Make these quick-and-easy recipes your go-to options for satisfying meals any day!

Yield: 2 servingsDifficulty: EasyTotal: 55 minsActive: 45 mins

Ingredients (21)

For the Romesco Sauce: 1. Cooking fat 2. Chopped almonds 3. Diced onion 4. Minced garlic 5. Chili powder 6. Paprika 7. Seeded and chopped tomatoes 8. Extra-virgin olive oil 9. Red wine vinegar 10. Salt 11. Pepper 12. 4 medium zucchini (about 4 cups of "noodles") 13. Cooking fat 14. Finely chopped onion 15. Minced garlic 16. Peeled and deveined shrimp 17. Salt 18. Pepper 19. Chopped fresh parsley leaves 20. Romesco Sauce

Instructions

To make the Romesco Sauce:

  1. Heat the cooking fat in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the almonds and toast for 3 minutes, stirring often.
  2. Add the onion and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Mix in the garlic and cook until aromatic, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the chili powder and paprika, then cook until the flavors open up, about 30 seconds.
  4. Add the tomatoes, mix, and cook for 2 minutes, letting tasty bits from the bottom of the pan coat the ingredients.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a food processor. Add the rest of the ingredients and blend until smooth.

To assemble:

  1. Peel the zucchini and use a julienne peeler to slice long strips along one side of each zucchini. Repeat peeling on all sides.
  2. Boil 2 cups of water in a large pot while cooking the shrimp.
  3. Cook the shrimp in a large skillet over medium heat. Once cooked, transfer to a serving bowl (draining any remaining water), and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Steam the zucchini noodles in a colander or steamer for 2 to 3 minutes until al dente in texture.
  5. Sprinkle the shrimp with parsley, toss, and spoon over the zucchini noodles. Cover with the Romesco Sauce and serve.

Sources:

[1] Data from lowcarbdiets.about.com[2] Data from abc.net.au[3] Data from health.com

  1. Switching up the sauce for your Zucchini Noodles, you can try a keto-friendly Smoky Cacciatore Sauce instead of Romesco for an Italian twist on your low-carb meal.
  2. For a quick and nutritious dinner, consider serving grilled shrimp over a bed of Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice, and drizzle it with a flavorful Anchovy-less Worcestershire Sauce.
  3. If you're looking for a low-carb, easy-to-prepare side dish, how about trying a simple Tartar Sauce to accompany your grilled vegetables or cold cucumber noodles? Be sure to fully thaw any frozen shrimp prior to cooking, as they'll yield the best results.

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