Keto Creamy Garlic Shrimp

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Keto Creamy Garlic Shrimp is a delicious and flavorful dish while keeping a low-carb amount. The shrimp simmer in a smooth garlic cream sauce that feels warm but not too heavy. This recipe is ideal for preparing a quick meal prep. Everything takes place in a single pot, making cleaning simple and allowing the flavors to mix as the sauce thickens. The garlic softens into the cream and butter, the Parmesan provides a light nutty flavor, and the shrimp remain soft. It’s a recipe that works well on weekdays, for lunch, family gatherings, big events, and dinners. These shrimps store well for two months in the freezer. You may serve Keto Creamy Garlic Shrimp over cauliflower rice, with cooked greens, or on its own.

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STATS:

  • Cuisine: American
  • Prep time: 10 minutes
  • Course: Main course
  • No. of Calories: 380 kcal
  • Diet: Keto, low carb
  • Cooking mode: Stovetop, one-pot
  • Serving size: 1 cup
  • Cook time: 12 minutes
  • Total servings: 4
  • Level of difficulty: Easy
  • Overall time: 22 minutes

TOOLS:

  • Knife
  • Silicone spatula or wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons or cups
  • Sauté pan or big skillet
  • Cutting board

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 tbsp of olive oil
  • Salt
  • Minced garlic, 6 cloves
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp of butter
  • Pepper
  • Chicken broth, 1/2 cup
  • 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp of paprika
  • Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup
  • Red pepper flakes
  • 1 lb of large shrimp
  • Heavy cream, 1 cup

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTION:

CHICKEN BROTH:

  • Chicken broth thins the sauce evenly without changing the carb amount. Use vegetable broth or seafood broth; both work well as a keto substitution.

HEAVY CREAM CHEESE:

  • It helps to produce the thick, creamy sauce that gives this meal its special texture. You can use coconut cream as a good keto substitute if you want to avoid dairy.

OLIVE OIL OR BUTTER:

  • This combination creates a deeper taste structure and helps to brown the cloves of garlic. If you prefer a slightly nuttier flavor, use ghee.

GARLIC:

  • Garlic is an important flavor ingredient. Fresh garlic provides the best health benefits. You can use garlic powder as a keto alternative, but only use half of the quantity.

SHRIMP:

  • We use large shrimp because they cook rapidly and remain soft. Frozen shrimp perform great if properly defrosted. No keto replacement is required; you can use scallops or chicken pieces for diversity.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

  • It naturally thickens the sauce and provides a delicious finish. You can use Asiago or Romano cheese, which are good keto substitutions because they have the same taste and melt gently.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. In a big pan, melt the olive oil and butter on medium flame.
  2. Include the shrimp. Sprinkle some pepper and salt.
  3. Cook till pink, around two minutes each side.
  4. Take away and set aside.
  5. Put the garlic in the same skillet.
  6. Mix for thirty seconds, till aromatic.
  7. Place in the chicken broth.
  8.  Leave it to cook for a minute.
  9. Combine the paprika, Parmesan, heavy cream, and Italian spice.
  10. Whisk the cheese till it softens.
  11. Slow the flame to boil the sauce for three or four minutes, till it firms.
  12. Transfer the shrimp to the skillet.
  13. Drizzle them with sauce.
  14. Cook for more than one minute.
  15. Taste and make changes to the seasoning.
  16.  Before serving, sprinkle some parsley.

TIPS:

  • If you like spices, use some red pepper flakes.
  • To make a smooth sauce, use freshly shredded Parmesan.
  • If you want to add more volume, use zucchini, mushrooms, or spinach.
  • Do not cook the shrimp too much, or they may become rubbery.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

BASES:

  • Creamy Mashed Cauliflower
  • Parmesan Zoodle Nest
  • Cauliflower Rice

VEGETABLE  SIDES:

  • Roasted Asparagus Spears
  • Creamed Spinach
  • Garlic Butter Zucchini Noodles

BREADS:

  • Cloud Bread Slices
  • Almond Flour Garlic Bread
  • Cheesy Chaffle Bites

SALADS:

  • Spinach Avocado
  • Cucumber Dill
  • Caesar

STORAGE INFORMATION:

This recipe stays well when the sauce is rich in fat and does not break quickly.

REFRIGERATION:

  • Place the remaining shrimps in a closed bowl for three days. Gently warm it again on a low flame to retain the shrimp’s softness.

FREEZING:

  • Store this dish for 50-60 days, but the texture may become a little dry due to the use of milk. Defrost these shrimps for the entire night and carefully warm them again.

FAQs:

Could I use frozen shrimp?

  • Yes, simply defrost it to remove the ice properly and wipe it dry before cooking.

Will I add vegetables?

  • Yes, zucchini, spinach, and mushrooms cook quickly and easily.

How can we make this dish non-dairy?

  • You can use coconut cream instead of cheese or select to use a dairy-free cheese that is keto-friendly.

May I thicken the sauce?

  • Cook for a while or add extra Parmesan.

How did the sauces separate from one another?

  • High temperatures may cause cream to separate. Once the cream has been added, set the heat to low.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Sodium: 610 mg

No. of calories: 380 kcal

Sugar: 1 g

Fiber: 0 g

Fats: 30 g

Net carbs: 4 g

Proteins: 26 g

One single portion: 1 cup

Total carbs: 4 g