Zucchini Piccata Recipes

SHRIMP PICCATA WITH ZUCCHINI NOODLES

Steps:

• Using a spiral vegetable slicer or a vegetable peeler, cut zucchini lengthwise into long, thin strands or strips. Stop when you reach the seeds in the middle (seeds make the noodles fall apart). Place the zucchini "noodles" in a colander and toss with salt. Let drain for 15 to 30 minutes, then gently squeeze to remove any excess water.
• Meanwhile, heat butter and 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add shrimp and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
• Whisk broth and cornstarch in a small bowl. Add to the shrimp along with wine, lemon juice and capers. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp is just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
• Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the zucchini noodles and gently toss until hot, about 3 minutes. Serve the shrimp and sauce over the zucchini noodles, sprinkled with parsley.

ZUCCHINI PICCATA

Steps:

• For tomato sauce, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large saucepan.
• Add crushed tomatoes and bring to a medium boil.
• Cook , stirring often, until reduced and thickened a bit.
• Add basil, capers, garlic and onion.
• Cook for 2-3 minutes.
• Season to taste with salt & pepper.
• Set aside and keep warm.
• Rinse zucchini and pat dry.
• Cut into slices about 1/8 inch thick.
• Pat dry with paper towels.
• Beat eggs slightly in a deep pie plate.
• In another deep pie plate or shallow dish, combine bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, and black pepper.
• Heat 3 tbsp oil in a medium skillet.
• Dip zucchini slices into beaten egg, then press both sides into crumb mixture.
• Add zucchini slices to hot oil and pan fry on each side until golden brown.
• Serve immediately with tomato sauce.