Keto Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles Recipe
A flavorful and low-carb Keto Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles recipe that’s quick to prepare and perfect for a healthy dinner. Juicy shrimp are cooked in a garlic butter sauce with Italian herbs and red pepper flakes, then tossed with tender zucchini noodles for a light yet satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound (450g) raw medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
Zucchini Noodles
- 4 medium zucchini
Cooking Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 tablespoons softened butter or ghee, divided
- 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- Juice of 1/2 fresh lemon
- 1/4 cup (60ml) chicken or vegetable stock, or white wine
- Hot sauce of your choice, to taste
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon slices (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Zucchini Noodles: Wash and trim the zucchini, then spiralize or julienne them into noodles. Set aside while you prepare the shrimp.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the softened butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook without stirring for 1 minute to allow them to sear.
- Add Garlic and Seasonings: Stir in the chopped garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Continue cooking the shrimp for another 1 to 2 minutes until they are pink and opaque. Transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, lemon juice, chicken stock (or white wine), and hot sauce. Simmer the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring regularly to allow the sauce to reduce and develop flavor.
- Cook Zucchini Noodles: Stir in the zucchini noodles and cook for about 2 minutes, tossing gently to coat them with the sauce and soften slightly without losing their crunch.
- Combine and Serve: Return the shrimp to the pan, stir everything together for about a minute to warm through. Serve garnished with chopped fresh parsley and lemon slices if desired. Enjoy your delicious keto-friendly meal!
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with ghee or coconut oil.
- You can replace chicken stock with vegetable stock or white wine depending on your preference.
- Adjust hot sauce and red pepper flakes to your spice tolerance.
- Do not overcook zucchini noodles to keep their texture crisp.
- Serve immediately after cooking for the best taste and texture.
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