Keto Shrimp Scampi with Zoodles
This is a quick and easy keto dish that requires very minimal ingredients. If you get the zoodles right, the rest of the flavors blend together perfectly! With only 8g of net carbs and 322 calories, this makes for a great light lunch or dinner.
Equipment
- 1 Spiralizer (or vegetable peeler)
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Large frying pan
Ingredients
- 2 large zucchinis (or summer squashes)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (or lime juice)
- 1/4 tsp chilli flakes
- 450 grams shrimp / prawns (deveined)
- 2 tbsp parsley (fresh, chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut zucchini into noodle shapes using a spiralizer tool. Spread the noodles out on paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Set aside for 15-30 minutes. Blot the excess moisture away or lightly wring out with dry paper towels.
- In a frying pan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic. Add chicken broth, lemon juice and red chili flakes. Bring to alight simmer before adding the prawns. Cook until the prawns begin to turn pink and reduce heat to low.
- Taste the sauce, then add salt and pepper to your liking. Add the zucchini noodles and parsley to the pan and toss to combine well. Remove from heat and serve.
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