Keto Creamy Garlic Shrimp Recipe

Keto Creamy Garlic Shrimp Recipe that tastes like the regular version.
I like that this recipe does not have a lot of ingredients.

 

Keto Creamy Garlic Shrimp Recipe

 
This is a skillet made recipe for garlic shrimp.

I like that there are so many ways to serve this garlic shrimp.
 

Did you try my recipe for Low Carb Cashew Chicken ?

Both this shrimp recipe and that chicken recipe are lower carbohydrate versions of popular recipes.
You could make this recipe more like that one by adding cashews.
 

My garlic shrimp was made in a cast iron skillet. You can find a great selection of cast iron skillets are good prices here.

People sometimes ask if shrimp keto friendly.

Keto and low carbohydrates are famous for their love of food that are higher in fat and protein.
This includes foods such as meats, cheese, and fats such as butter.

However, shrimp is virtually fat free.
Shrimp is a good source of protein.
Even better, shrimp nearly carbohydrate free!
 

How to clean shrimp.

Start by removing the legs (they are sticking out from the inside) by simply pulling them off. If the head is intact then you can pull that off as well.

I use cool water that is slowly running for the next steps so that I can rinse the shrimp as I go.

Pull the shell off and then use a pairing knife (be careful of course) to make a slit down the back of the shrimp to pull out the vein (aka the digestive track aka devein ). Discard the removed parts and be sure to keep your work area sanitary.

Here are some tips for making garlic shrimp.

Using frozen shrimp is okay for this recipe.
If your shrimp is frozen then rinse it under cool water to thaw it out.

More tips for you.

1. You will know when your shrimp is done when it turns from that gray color of raw shrimp to the pink-white color. It usually only takes a few minutes to cook shrimp.
2. You can avoid getting that ‘rubber-like’ shrimp by not over-cooking it. Keep an eye on your shrimp while it is cooking to make sure that they do not over cook.
3. I like a large or medium sized shrimp in this recipe as opposed to a small or even salad sized shrimp as the meaty taste of the shrimp adds to the overall taste of this dish.

 

How to store garlic shrimp.

Leftover creamy garlic shrimp can be stored in an air tight container.
If properly stored, it should keep for up to a few days.
 

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About this recipe for creamy garlic shrimp.

This is a simple recipe for making creamy garlic shrimp that is nearly carbohydrate free.
You can make this shrimp dish in a skillet such as a cast iron skillet that is used in the images and video.
 

To make this recipe you will need about a pound of shrimp.
I prefer a large sized shrimp as they are a good size to bite into.
Keeping the tails on the shrimp is optional.
 

Ingredients needed to make keto low carb garlic shrimp.

• Butter- 2 tablespoons. Unsalted preferred.
• Shrimp- 1 pound. The shrimp should be thawed out and cleaned. Tails are optional.
• Garlic- 3 cloves, minced. That is about three teaspoons.
• Broth- ½ cup. Chicken broth has a good flavor however, you can use the broth of your choice. Low sodium works as well. If you do not mind the carbs, white wine can be used instead of broth.
• Heavy Whipping Cream- 1 ½ cups.
• Parmesan Cheese- ½ cup, grated.
• Optional ingredients: parsley, diced onion, broccoli, cashews, and/or low carb noodles for serving.
• Seasonings as desired. This can include Italian Seasonings, Mediterranean Diet Seasoning Blend, Greek Seasoning Blend, Salt, and/or Pepper.

 

How to make Keto Creamy Garlic Shrimp Recipe

 

• Preheat your skillet for two minutes of medium-high heat. Then add the butter and allow it to melt. Once the butter has melted add the shrimp and cook until it has turned pink on both sides (about 1 ½ to 2 minutes on each side depending on the size of the shrimp). You can season the shrimp as desired as it cooks.
• Carefully remove the shrimp using a slotted spoon and transfer it to a large bowl.
• Next, bump the heat down to medium and add the garlic. Sauté the garlic until it becomes fragrant and lighter in color (about 45 seconds). If you are using onion, you can add it with the shrimp.
• Add the broth to the pan, scraping the pan lightly as needed using a wooden or similar spoon. Bring this a simmer (bump down the heat to a low medium) for two minutes and then whisk in the cream. Once the cream and the broth are combined you can whisk in the cheese.
• Add the shrimp along with any optional seasonings and cook for an additional minute before serving.

 

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Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.

Keto Creamy Garlic Shrimp Recipe, an easy skillet meal idea that is low in carbohydrates and tastes amazing. Video.

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