Shrimp are a fabulous keto protein option to include in your diet. But do you struggle with how to prepare it or just use the same recipe every once in a while? No more with this amazing list of delicious keto shrimp recipes. Work your way down the list with me for some awesome easy low carb shrimp meals!
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What are shrimp?
If you are like me and have a child who is obsessed with the Wild Kratts, you may have seen the episode where Chris becomes Shrimpy Chris. It’s actually a pretty interesting episode all about how flamingoes get their pink.
In watching this episode, we learn that shrimp have superpowers. They in fact have ten limbs, feathery legs, aquatic respiration, and salt toleration! Shrimp are decapod crustaceans and can walk or swim, although they're better at swimming.
When we talk about the shrimp we eat, most of the time you'll see the generic term “white shrimp”. Usually, white shrimp is Pacific white shrimp or whiteleg shrimp. It’s the kind you can buy raw in a clear blueish color. Then, when it’s cooked, it becomes the solid pink we know and love.
There are many other kinds of shrimp, but the white shrimp is the one you'll see most often.
So are shrimp keto friendly?
The emphatic answer to that question is yes, shrimp are keto friendly!
Why are shrimp recipes keto?
Shrimp are great for low carb recipes and can add a whole new protein variation to your keto dinners.
The nutrition facts vary depending on the kind and size of the shrimp. However, on average, 4 ounces of shrimp has 18 grams of protein and 80 calories.
With 1 gram of fat and 0.2 carbs, shrimp are an almost perfect ingredient to mix your keto diet up a bit.
Low carb shrimp recipes
You may think there's not a lot of variation in shrimp recipes.
Well, I cook shrimp all the time as it’s a favorite of my husband’s. And truly, there are many different shrimp keto meals possible. I love to experiment with both the classic recipes and go further with different cultural flavors.
Therefore, if you’d like some keto shrimp recipe inspiration, I’ve got you covered!
In this article, I’m sharing with you some of our favorite keto friendly shrimp recipes, and those of some other great keto bloggers as well.
So without further ado, let's find out what's on offer.
Keto Shrimp Recipes - Best Easy Low Carb Shrimp Meals
Do you ever run out of ideas for cooking shrimp? Shrimp is such an amazing keto-friendly protein, and there are so many ways to eat it. I may just work my way down this list of delicious low carb shrimp recipes. Enjoy!
Imagine yourself down to Louisiana for an amazing keto jambalaya! All the spice, all the andouille sausage flavor, and all the fun for your tastebuds in a low carb one-pot meal.
A delicious quick and easy keto paella recipe with cauliflower rice, shrimp, and chorizo sausage. A Spanish classic for a low carb weeknight meal.
Fresh, spicy, and flavorful! Low carb Thai coconut soup is the perfect mix of coconut, lime, shrimp, cilantro, and red curry deliciousness! It's dairy-free, gluten-free and fabulous.
Delicious keto coconut shrimp brings the familiar taste you love in sugar-free and gluten-free form. Perfect when dipped in sweet chili sauce.
Spicy New Orleans-style keto gumbo is packed with southern flavors. Traditional cajun spices mingle with shrimp, andouille sausage, veggies. Serve on cauliflower rice or mix it in the sauce.
When you need an easy weeknight meal, this tasty keto shrimp stir fry takes less than half an hour to make. Plus, it’s packed with healthy protein and nutrients!
Surf and turf makes an easy date night meal.
Dinner is ready in 10 minutes with this easy Keto Shrimp Fried Rice recipe!
This deliciously creamy shrimp and broccoli recipe is served in a lemony sauce over low carb noodles.
Keto tequila shrimp with a sour cream mixture inside fathead dough mini cups. Simple tequila lime shrimp in a cup to please any crowd.
Do you love the seafood salad with fish, shrimp, and crab at your favorite Chinese buffet? Now you can make it at home--low carb!
Tender shrimp in a zesty lime-cilantro marinade, grilled to perfection and served with a creamy avocado dipping sauce!
The easiest way to make fajitas is by baking the meat and vegetables on a sheet pan. Check out this simple recipe for shrimp fajitas.
This Keto Brazilian Shrimp Stew recipe is my low carb version of the classic Moqueca de Camaroes. It is so incredibly delicious with a creamy coconut and tomato base, plump juicy shrimp, jalapeno, all brightened up with fresh lemon juice. It is easy to make but perfect for any occasion from a fancy get-together with friends to a quiet dinner at home with family!
A 30-minute, creamy, and comforting One Pot Shrimp in Coconut Sauce with blended vegetables. It is a keto dinner made easy!
Cauliflower Fried Rice with Shrimp (20 Minutes) • Low Carb with Jennifer
This is not shrimp fried rice from your neighborhood Chinese restaurant. This Cauliflower Fried Rice with Shrimp is the upgraded keto and low carb friendly version that is a sure crowd-pleaser that could be made and enjoyed in the comfort of your home.
Missing grits on keto? Try this delicious Sheto Shrimp and Grits recipe using ground lupin for the grits! It's delicious and comes together in under 20 minutes.
This low carb Garlic Parmesan Shrimp recipe is rich, delicious, and on the table in under 30 minutes. Served over spaghetti squash, this meal has only 9 net carbs per serving and is naturally gluten-free!
Do you eat shrimp on keto?
If you don't eat shrimp keto style, I hope some of these recipes give you a bit of inspiration to try it out.
Mix things up and try some new flavors!
While I'm longing to get out and travel, when I can't it's fun to try out some new spices or traditional options from around the globe.
If you have some other family-favorite low carb shrimp recipes, I'd love to hear about them! I may even add some more to this list periodically.
Take care and enjoy shrimp on keto.
Nutrition Disclaimer
Please be aware I am not a medical specialist or nutritional professional. On this blog, I share recipes and what works for me. Please do not take anything on this blog as medical advice and always consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program.
I use MyFitnessPal.com to calculate nutrition facts as a courtesy to my readers, and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count because does not affect my own blood glucose levels.
This is as accurate as possible, but it’s best to independently calculate nutritional information on your own with the specific ingredients you use. I expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website.
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