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Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe with Cauliflower Rice and Zucchini

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A quick and easy low-carb meal featuring buttery garlic shrimp served with tender cauliflower rice and fresh zucchini ribbons, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 cups riced cauliflower
  • 1 large zucchini, thinly sliced or spiralized into ribbons
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. If making cauliflower rice at home, chop cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until rice-sized grains form.
  3. Slice or spiralize zucchini into ribbons and set aside.
  4. Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter is melted and foamy but not browned.
  5. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque with a slight golden edge. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  6. Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic to the pan, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Add cauliflower rice and zucchini ribbons to the pan, stirring to combine with garlic and butter. Cook for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender but still slightly firm.
  8. Return shrimp to the pan, add lemon juice and remaining tablespoon of butter. Toss gently to coat everything in the garlic butter sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry to ensure a good sear and avoid steaming. Watch garlic carefully to prevent burning. Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking shrimp. Use fresh garlic instead of powder for best flavor. For dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut or avocado oil. Reheat leftovers gently on stovetop to keep shrimp tender.

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