Keto Garlic Butter Shrimp
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of Keto Garlic Butter Shrimp, a quick and easy low-carb dish that’s overflowing with savory goodness. Perfectly seared shrimp are coated in a luscious garlic butter sauce infused with zesty lemon and aromatic parsley, making each bite irresistibly flavorful. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknight dinners or an elegant keto-friendly meal. With optional red pepper flakes for a spicy kick and a garnish of refreshing lemon zest, this dish pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or a crisp side salad. Whether you’re following a keto diet or simply love vibrant, buttery seafood recipes, this one is sure to become a favorite.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Ensure they are completely dry to prevent them from steaming in the pan.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they just turn pink and opaque.
Step 3
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
Step 4
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once it melts, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
Step 5
Stir in the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Allow the sauce to simmer for an additional minute to blend the flavors.
Step 6
Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss them in the garlic butter sauce, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to reheat the shrimp.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the shrimp with chopped parsley.
Step 8
Serve immediately, garnished with optional lemon zest for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (579.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1014.4 |
| Total Fat 63.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 981.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1698.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 8.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.1g | |
| Protein 110.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 372.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1372.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories