Low Carb Shrimp with Creole Sauce

Dive into bold Louisiana flavors with this Low Carb Shrimp with Creole Sauce, a tantalizing dish packed with zesty spices and fresh ingredients. Succulent shrimp are seared to perfection and then simmered in a vibrant Creole sauce made with smoky paprika, cayenne pepper, and fragrant herbs like thyme and oregano. The rich, tomato-based sauce is balanced with sautéed onion, bell pepper, and celery for a classic "holy trinity" foundation. Serve this gluten-free and keto-friendly dish over cauliflower rice to keep it light and low carb, or enjoy it as is for a hearty yet healthy main course. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining, this 45-minute recipe brings Southern comfort right to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (no sugar added)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 cups cauliflower rice (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and slightly opaque. Remove the shrimp and set aside.

Step 3

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Stir in the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Mix well and bring to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, oregano, salt, black pepper, and optional hot sauce. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Simmer the Creole sauce for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Step 8

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss gently to coat them in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat the shrimp through.

Step 9

Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot over cauliflower rice for a low-carb option or enjoy as is.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1811.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1020.9

Total Fat 32.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 857.3mg	0%
Sodium 2587.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 127.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 617.7mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 4243.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.4%

Protein: 47.9%

Carbs: 24.8%