Southern US Keto Creamy Shrimp Creole Over Zucchini Noodles

Allergens

Shellfish (shrimp), Dairy (heavy cream)

Ingredients

• 16 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 zucchini, spiralized into noodles
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic and green bell pepper, sautéing until fragrant and slightly softened, about 3 4 minutes.
4. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and dried oregano, cooking for an additional minute to toast the spices.
5. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2 3 minutes until they start to soften.
6. Stir in the heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
7. Gently fold in the shrimp, cooking until pink and opaque, about 4 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Toss the spiralized zucchini noodles into the sauce and cook for another 1 2 minutes until heated through.
9. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

To add extra flavor to the dish, try adding a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes to the sauce.

Notes

This dish can be made gluten-free by ensuring all ingredients used are certified gluten-free.