Asian Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles

This dish combines succulent shrimp with rich garlic butter, served over fresh, vibrant zucchini noodles for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

For the Garlic Butter Shrimp:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Zucchini Noodles:

• 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Stir-Fried Snow Peas and Carrots:

• 1 cup snow peas, trimmed
• 1 cup carrots, julienned
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Cooking Instructions

For the Garlic Butter Shrimp:

1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
2. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
3. Stir in the soy sauce and lime juice, cooking for an additional minute. Remove from heat and set aside.

For the Zucchini Noodles:

1. In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the zucchini noodles and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until just tender.
2. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat.

For the Stir-Fried Snow Peas and Carrots:

1. In the same pan, heat olive oil and sesame oil (if using) over medium-high heat.
2. Add snow peas and carrots, stir-frying for about 4-5 minutes until they are crisp-tender.
3. Season with salt and pepper.

Flavor Profile Explanation

The Asian Garlic Butter Shrimp is rich, buttery, and umami-packed, balanced by the freshness of the zucchini noodles. The stir-fried snow peas and carrots add a satisfying crunch and vibrant color to the dish, making for a light yet fulfilling Asian-inspired meal.

I hope you have a fantastic time preparing and enjoying this delightful dish! If you have any more adjustments or questions, just let me know!