Zucchini Shrimp Scampi

Zucchini Shrimp Scampi

  • 1 Pound Shrimp, uncooked
  • 1 Tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp finely chopped garlic
  • 4 Small-Medium Zucchini, cut into noodles with Veggetti or similar tool
  • 1 Small onion diced
  • 3 Tomatoes, chopped fine
  • 1 Tsp crushed red pepper
  • 1 Tsp dried oregano
  • 1 Tbsp pesto (optional)
  • Grated parmesan or Romano for serving
  1. Heat a non stick skillet to high and add the olive oil.
  2. Dry off the shrimp, add to the pan. Salt & Pepper the shrimp. Cook for 2 minutes. Add the garlic, stir the shrimp well, cook for 1 more minute and remove shrimp from pan (should be slightly undercooked, you will finish later).
  3. To the pan add the onion, red pepper flakes and oregano. Cook for 4 minutes.
  4. Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper to taste and cook for 3-4 more minutes until they start to cook down and release their juices.
  5. Add the zucchini to the mixture. Stir well. Cook for 3 minutes.
  6. Add the reserved shrimp and garlic mixture. Stir well and add more salt and pepper if needed. You just want to finish cooking the shrimp here, 2-3 more minutes.
  7. Add the pesto and mix well if using.
  8. Serve with grated romano or parmesan.

Recipe by Cook Eat Run at http://cookeatrun.com/2015/06/09/zucchini-shrimp-scampi/

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