SHRIMP W/SHREDDED ZUCCHINI

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the zucchini makes a perfect "bed" for the shrimp. yellow squash can also be used, or you can use a combo of both. this has true eye appeal

Provided by chia2160

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 zucchini
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt & pepper
3 cloves minced garlic
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 chopped parsley

Steps:

  • shred zucchini with manual shredder or in processor, lengthwise.
  • layer in a colander and sprinkle with salt while you prepare the shrimp.
  • rinse zucchini and drain well.
  • in a skillet melt 2 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp oil, add zucchini and cook 3 minutes,add salt& pepper, remove and set aside.
  • melt remaining butter and oil, add shrimp and garlic, cook until shrimp turns pink, 3 minutes.
  • add broth, bring to a boil, add red pepper and parsley, cook 1 minute more.
  • serve shrimp over zucchini.

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