Keto Southwest Chipotle Shrimp

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Keto Southwest Chipotle Shrimp with veggies is a tasty, low-carb, and quick meal for hectic weeknights or dinner preparation. Alongside a vibrant mixture of bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini, succulent shrimp are pan-seared to perfection after being seasoned with paprika, cumin, and smoky chipotle chili powder. Strong Southwest flavors abound in this one-skillet dish, which is completed with a zesty, brilliant squeeze of fresh lime. Keto Southwest Chipotle Shrimp is a fantastic choice for a variety of diets because it is dairy-free, gluten-free, and keto-friendly. With only 7g of net carbohydrates per serving and a good amount of protein, it’s a filling and nutritious option that doesn’t compromise on taste. It’s a tasty, guilt-free crowd-pleaser whether you serve it over cauliflower rice or eat it by itself.

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STATS:

  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Prep time: Ten minutes
  • Cook time: Fifteen mins
  • Total time: Twenty-five mints.
  • Cuisine: Southwest / Mexican-inspired
  • Course: Main
  • Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, & Gluten-Free
  • Serving: 4 servings

EQUIPMENT:

  • Paper towel
  • Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • Chopping board

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 lb. shrimp
  • 1 zucchini
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 yellow bell pepper
  • ½ red onion
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp. chipotle chili powder
  • 1 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp. Cumin
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 lime juice
  • 2 tbsp. cilantro

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

SHRIMP:

  • We can use deveined, uncooked, and peeled shrimp (tail on or off). The ideal shrimp for a good bite and a short cooking time are medium to large.

CHIPOTLE CHILI POWDER:

  • Chipotle chili powder gives the dish its distinctive smoky heat; we can reduce the quantity or use smoked paprika if you like a lighter dish.

PAPRIKA:

  • Smoked paprika adds smokiness and depth so we should not have to omit the smoked paprika. It adds to the flavor of the Southwest.

CUMIN:

  • Cumin adds a warm and earthy flavor to the dish; it completes the spice character and goes well with the chipotle.

BELL PEPPER AND ZUCCHINI:

  • Bell peppers and zucchini have high fiber content and they are low in carbs. These vegetables absorb the spices well and cook perfectly in a skillet.

RED ONIONS:

  • Red onion provides contrast in color and sweetness. We can also use the white or yellow onions if required.

LIME JUICE:

  • Lime juice brightens the meal and adds freshness. We always have to use fresh lime for the finest flavor.

CILANTRO

  • We can garnish our shrimp and veggies with the freshly chopped cilantro.

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INSTRUCTION:

  1. We can dry the shrimp with a paper towel.
  2. Then we can cut all vegetables into uniform slices.
  3. We can grab a bowl and add paprika, 1 tablespoon oil, salt, cumin, garlic powder, chipotle chili powder, & pepper and mix all the spices with the spoon.
  4. Then we can add the shrimp in the bowl and toss the shrimp within a bowl.
  5. In a large skillet, heat the remaining oil over medium-high heat.
  6. We can include the onion, zucchini & bell peppers in the oil.
  7. We can sauté the vegetables for 5 to 6 minutes until crisp and slightly tender.
  8. Then we can take the vegetables out of the skillet and place these vegetables aside.
  9. We can place the shrimp in a one layer in the similar skillet.
  10. Then we can cook the shrimp for two to three minutes from both sides or till the shrimp will get properly cooked and pink.
  11. Then we can return the veggies in the skillet, squash the lime over everything, and mix everything.
  12. Garnish this Keto Southwest Chipotle Shrimp with chopped cilantro if desired.

TIPS:

  • We can add avocado slices or sour cream to make this dish creamier.
  • This dish is storage-friendly so we can make and store it for later use.
  • You can use precooked shrimp and shorten the cooking time to one or two minutes to save time.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • You can put the leftover chipotle shrimp and veggies in the sealed box and store this dish for 3 days.

FREEZER:

  • We can place this chipotle shrimp and veggies in a sealed box and store this dish for 1 month.

REHEAT:

  • We have to softy reheated this chipotle shrimp and veggies in the skillet so the shrimp will not get over cooked.

FAQs:

Do this chipotle shrimp and veggies have a low carb content?

  • Yes this chipotle shrimp and veggies has low carbs content and it is only comprises of 9g carbs, 2g fiber, 7g net carbs, and 28g protein is present in preserving of this dish.

Will we store this chipotle shrimp and veggies?

  • Yes you could easily stock-up this chipotle shrimp and veggies and put this dish in the close container and store the dish in the fridge for 3 days and or in the freezer for 1 month.

Is this chipotle shrimp and veggies spicy?

  • This chipotle shrimp and veggies are very moderately spicy; we can reduce or increase the amount of chipotle chili powder to modify the amount of spice according to us.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 320 kcal
Total carbs: 9g
Fiber: 2g
Net Carbs: 7g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 20g
Sodium: 620mg
Potassium: 680mg
Calcium: 80mg
Iron: 2.5mg
Vitamin A: 950 IU