Keto Baked Shrimp

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This dish, for Keto Baked Shrimp, is full of flavorful ingredients like buttery garlic-lemon sauce, smoky paprika, and succulent shrimp combined and cooked to perfection. This Baked Shrimp is naturally rich in protein and low in carbs. This Baked Shrimp is ideal for weekday dinners or sophisticated parties. We can serve this baked shrimp with the cauliflower rice or zoodles to make this a complete keto dinner. It also makes a tasty appetizer. It is also gluten-free, low in carbohydrates, and high in good fats, making it ideal for keto diets. This baked shrimp meal will quickly become a staple in your repertoire, regardless of your level of experience with keto.

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STATS:

  • Calories: 220 Kcal
  • Course: Main dish
  • Prep time: Ten mins
  • Cook time: Ten to Twelve minutes
  • Total time: 22 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, & Gluten-Free
  • Serving size: 1 cup
  • Servings: 4

EQUIPMENT:

  • Baking tray
  • Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1.5 lbs. large raw shrimp
  • 3 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 3 pieces garlic
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • ½ lemon juice
  • 1 lemon zest
  • ½ tsp. smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp. chili flakes
  • ½ tsp. sea salt
  • ¼ tsp. black pepper
  • Two tablespoon fresh parsley

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

SHRIMP

  • I make this dish with the fresh shrimp but we can also use the frozen shrimp also. Choose big shrimp to get the finest taste and texture.

OLIVE OIL & BUTTER:

  • I use both olive oil & butter because olive oil & butter combine to provide rich, healthful fats that are vital for a keto diet. You can also use ghee, or clarified butter as a dairy substitute.

GARLIC:

  • I always prefer to use fresh garlic for the best flavor, but we can also use garlic powder as a substitute.

LEMON:

  • I use fresh lemon juice and its zest because the bright, acidic flavor of fresh lemon juice and zest counterbalances the butter’s richness. The meal is fresher when both juice and zest are used.

SPICES:

  • I use chili powder and smoked paprika to season the shrimp because the chili flakes provide a little spiciness, while smoked paprika provides a hint of smokiness. We can easily modify the amount of spice according to our preference. You may also use Cajun seasoning in place of paprika for an added kick.

PARSLEY:

  • Parsley enhances the dish’s appearance and flavor by adding a burst of color and a fresh herbal flavor.

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INSTRUCTION:

  1. Turn the oven on to 400°F.
  2. Grab a bowl and add the liquefied butter, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes.
  3. Then we can include the shrimp in the vessel.
  4. We can coat shrimp evenly by tossing them in the mixture.
  5. Then we can arrange the shrimp on the sheet in a one layer.
  6. We can bake the shrimp for 10 to 12 minutes or till the shrimp gets slightly curled, pink, or opaque.
  7. Then we can garnish the shrimp with the lemon slice and some fresh parsley & serve warm.

TIPS:

  • We should not have to overcook the shrimp because the shrimp might get rubbery if they are overcooked.
  • You can drizzle additional melted butter at the time of serving to make it richer.
  • We can add sliced asparagus or zucchini to the pan for an integrated vegetable side.
  • You can serve this baked shrimp with the cauliflower rice or zoodles to have a filing and complete dinner.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • You could put the leftover cooked shrimp in a sealed box and store the shrimp for 3 days.

FREEZER:

  • You can put the cooked shrimp in a sealed box and store the shrimp for 2 months.

FAQs:

Is this baked shrimp low in carbs?

  • Yes this baked shrimp is low in carbs and this shrimp is only contained 1g fiber, 2g carbs, 25g of protein, and 1g net carbs, is present in an individual serving of this baked shrimp.

Can I make this baked shrimp with the precooked shrimp?

  • Yes, we can make this baked shrimp with the precooked shrimp but we have to reduce the baking time accordingly.

What we can serve with this baked shrimp?

  • We can serve this baked shrimp with cauliflower rice, avocado salad, zoodles, or sautéed greens it pairs greatly with this shrimp.

How could I prepare the dairy-free shrimp?

  • We can easily prepare this baked shrimp free from dairy by substituting the butter with coconut oil.

Could I store this baked shrimp?

  • Yes, we can store these baked shrimp by putting them in a sealed box and storing the shrimp for 3 days in the fridge or for 2 months in the freezer as well.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 220 kcal
Potassium: 220mg
Total Carbs: 2g
Net Carbs: 1g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 13g
Sodium: 550mg
Calcium: 90mg
Iron: 1.2mg
Vitamin A: 300 IU