Jumbo Shrimp And Zucchini Pasta Recipes

LEMON SPAGHETTI WITH JUMBO SHRIMP

Steps:

• For the shrimp: In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the shrimp with the salt and pepper, then add to the pan in a single layer and cook until pink and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Set aside.
• For the pasta: Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, about 8 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving the pasta water.
• While the pasta is cooking, whisk together the olive oil, Parmesan, lemon zest and juice in a large bowl. Toss the drained pasta with the lemon sauce, the shrimp and some of the reserved pasta water; add 1/4 cup at a time as needed to moisten. Add the salt, pepper and basil and toss. Garnish with the fried capers.

SHRIMP AND ZUCCHINI PASTA

Steps:

• Using a vegetable peeler, peel zucchini lengthwise to create noodle-like ribbons. Alternatively, use a mandolin with a julienne plate, a julienne peeler or a vegetable spiralizer to make the "noodles."
• Place zucchini in a mesh strainer over a bowl or the sink. Sprinkle with sea salt, and toss with tongs (or use freshly washed hands) to make sure the salt covers the zucchini. Let zucchini sit for 20-25 minutes, occasionally tossing. Drain and discard any excess liquid.
• When "noodles" are drained, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and wait 15 seconds.
• Add mushrooms and garlic to the hot pan and saute, stirring frequently for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the mushrooms have softened.
• Meanwhile, toss shrimp with cayenne pepper (if desired). Add to the mushroom mixture in the hot pan, along with cherry tomatoes. Saute, stirring frequently for 1 to 2 minutes, or until shrimp are bright pink.
• Add zucchini and lemon juice and stir just to heat through. Remove from heat and serve immediately. Season with additional sea salt (if desired) and freshly ground black pepper.

SHRIMP WITH ZUCCHINI NOODLES

Steps:

• Heat the butter with the olive oil in a large skillet over a medium heat. When the butter has melted, add the shrimp, onion, garlic, chile flakes, salt and pepper, then cook until the onions are translucent and the shrimp are opaque, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the white wine, then allow it to boil and reduce slightly, 1 to 2 minutes.
• Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet. Cook until the zucchini is tender, about 2 more minutes. Add the tomatoes and lemon zest to the skillet, then toss to combine. Sprinkle over the Parmesan and garnish with the basil leaves. Remove the smashed garlic cloves and serve straight from the skillet.

ZUCCHINI, SHRIMP AND SAUSAGE PASTA SKILLET

Steps:

• Cook spaghetti as directed on package, omitting salt.
• Meanwhile, heat 2 Tbsp. dressing in large skillet on medium heat. Add sausage and onions; cook 6 to 8 min. or until sausage is evenly browned, stirring occasionally. Simmer on low heat 5 min. or until sausage is done, stirring occasionally. Add shrimp, pepper and remaining dressing; mix well. Simmer 5 min., stirring occasionally.
• Add zucchini, tomatoes, chicken broth and ketchup; mix well. Cover; simmer 5 min. or until shrimp turn pink and vegetable mixture is heated through, stirring occasionally.
• Drain spaghetti. Add to sausage mixture along with the cheese; mix lightly. Sprinkle with parsley.

PASTA WITH ZUCCHINI, SHRIMP AND SAFFRON

Steps:

• Place the oil in a large skillet set over medium heat. Working in batches, brown the zucchini rounds in the hot oil until golden, about 2 to 3 minutes. Scoop the rounds out of the pan with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels. Repeat until all the zucchini is cooked.
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package directions. Meanwhile, combine the stock and saffron in a small saucepan and bring just to a boil. Set aside.
• Place the skillet in which the zucchini has cooked back over high heat. If there is less than 1 tablespoon of oil remaining in the pan, add a bit more. When the oil is very hot, add the shrimp and cook, stirring, until they are just cooked, about 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and garlic and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Add the stock, basil and butter, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Drain the pasta and immediately add it to the pan with the sauce. Toss quickly over low heat until combined. Serve immediately with grated Parmesan on the side.

LEMON ZUCCHINI SPAGHETTI WITH SHRIMP

Steps:

• Season shrimp lightly with salt and pepper.
• Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; cook until opaque, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a bowl.
• Cut zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer fitted with the large shredding blade. Chop up into slightly shorter pieces.
• Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini noodles, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook and stir until slightly softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add lemon zest, spinach, and chicken broth. Cook until liquid reduces by 1/4, about 5 minutes. Stir in the shrimp and capers. Cook until shrimp is warmed through, about 1 minute more. Drizzle the remaining olive oil on top.

PRAWN (JUMBO SHRIMP) AND ZUCCHINI IN GORGONZOLA SAUCE

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large pan on medium high heat and add prawns. Cook for about a minute.
• Add the zucchini, garlic, and sherry and saute, stirring, for about 4 to 5 minutes until zucchini is crisp-tender and prawns cooked through.
• Over medium heat, melt butter in a small pan and heat the cream until steaming.
• Stir in the Gorgonzola cheese until it melts; add the nutmeg, salt and pepper (TASTE IT FIRST! It might be salty enough depending on the gorgonzola you use).
• Pour sauce over zucchini and prawns and serve immediately with a rice dish or with pasta.

CURRIED SHRIMP PASTA

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions, adding snap peas during the last 1-2 minutes of cooking. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute shrimp 2 minutes. Add seasonings and green onions; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 1-2 minutes. Add pasta and peas; heat through, tossing to combine and adding reserved pasta water if desired.