{Recipe Files}:Sesame Zoodles with Shrimp

I saw this recipe on Pinterest (via Cookies and Cups) and decided to add shrimp to it, to add in a little extra protein. So, this recipe can be made with or without the shrimp.

What You Need:

I only used 3 zucchini. We did not have leftovers.

For the sauce:

-1/4 Cup Soy sauce (low sodium)

-2 Tbsp rice vinegar

-2 tsp sriracha sauce

-1 Tbsp creamy peanut butter

-2 cloves minced garlic (or 1 tsp from jar)

-2 Tbsp sesame oil *(you can use olive oil instead)

-4-5 medium zucchini (if you want leftovers)

-1 Tbsp olive oil

-3/4 lb shrimp, peeled, tail off (we used pre-cooked)

-Optional: sesame seeds

What You Do:

1. Use a spiralizer on your zucchini. Use a large bowl to collect the zoodles in.

2. In a bowl, combine all of the ingredients together for the sauce with a whisk. Set aside.

3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add in the shrimp and cook until heated through (I added in a bit of garlic as well).

4. Add in the zoodles and saute for about 3-4 minutes, until slightly soft. There may be some excess liquid that comes out of the zoodles when cooking. If so, drain it.

5. Add in the sauce and toss to combine.

6. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and enjoy!

This is by far my favorite zoodle recipe that I've tried thus far. It is so rich in flavor, but still light so you don't feel gross and stuffed afterwards. I will absolutely be making this dish again because it is SO good!

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