Low Carb Garlic Butter Shrimp
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Low Carb Garlic Butter Shrimp! Bursting with flavor from buttery garlic, a hint of zesty lemon juice, and a touch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 20 minutes. The tender, juicy shrimp are perfectly seasoned and coated in a rich garlic butter sauce, making it a crowd-pleasing dish that’s keto-friendly and gluten-free. Garnished with fresh parsley and served alongside lemon wedges for an extra burst of freshness, this one-pan meal is as healthy as it is delicious. Perfect for busy nights, this shrimp dish pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or a crisp green salad for a complete low-carb feast!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 units garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry using paper towels. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of the butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil together.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 4
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp in a single layer. Sprinkle the shrimp with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Step 5
Cook the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes on one side, then flip them over.
Step 6
Add the lemon juice and the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Let the shrimp cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until pink and opaque.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from heat and toss the shrimp in the butter sauce until fully coated.
Step 8
Sprinkle chopped parsley over the shrimp and toss to combine.
Step 9
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side, allowing guests to add extra lemon juice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (610.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1023.6 |
| Total Fat 63.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 981.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1698.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.6g | |
| Protein 110.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 382.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1422.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories