34 Keto Shrimp Recipes that Sizzle
Shrimp are a life-saver when I need to get dinner on the table in a hurry. Whether grilled on the BBQ or sautéed in a pan, I can get an elegant shrimp dish ready within minutes. Available in a variety of sizes and styles at the grocery store, shrimp are an easy way to boost any dish’s protein content.
Shrimp can also be a great way to get the minerals you need on Keto. Naturopathic physician and Sports Nutritionist Dr. Marc Bubbs, ND, CISSN, says, “If you’re starting up (or already following) a keto diet, it’s important to make sure you keep your electrolytes in balance; boost sodium levels by adding Sea salt to meals and a bone broth drink, and keep potassium and magnesium levels up via nuts and seeds, dark leafy greens, fish and shellfish.”
We’ve put together a list of our favorite Keto shrimp recipes, whether it’s a Thai-inspired shrimp soup with coconut and lime flavors or an easy shrimp and cauliflower salad. These Keto shrimp recipes will inspire you to make a beeline for the seafood section on your next trip to the market!
Here are just a few of the Keto Shrimp Recipes that Sizzle we’ve included:
- Shrimp & Samphire Stir-Fry
- Paleo/GF Popcorn Shrimp
- Oven Fried Garlic Parmesan Shrimp (Contains Dairy)
- Breaded Shrimp Salad With Chipotle Mayo
- Garlic Shrimp Caesar Salad
- Low Carb Spicy Shrimp Hand Rolls
- Shrimp Curry
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Keto Shrimp Stir-Frys
Keto Shrimp Fried Rice
– Keto Summit
Ingredients: shrimp, cauliflower, carrot, avocado oil, gluten-free tamari sauce, sesame oil, garlic, spring onions, salt.
Fried rice dishes make a lovely light meal to enjoy during the week as they are quick and easy to get ready after a busy day and can be full of flavor. Cauliflower rice is a great substitute for white rice as it is much more easily digested and does not cause bloating. It also tastes good with shrimp which add the meaty note to this dish and it can be quite cheap too since you can use frozen shrimp.
Paleo Cucumber Ginger Shrimp
– Paleo Flourish
Ingredients: cucumber, large shrimp/prawns, fresh ginger, salt, pepper, coconut oil.
Just imagine a fresh and satisfying light shrimp lunch with cucumber on a hot summer day and one that only takes fifteen minutes to prepare! The grated ginger adds a lovely subtle heat to the dish and the cucumber makes it juicy and delicious. Cook the shrimp until they turn pink then dig in with a fork and enjoy!
Paleo Shrimp Fried Rice
– Paleo Flourish
Ingredients: shrimp, cauliflower, carrots, green onions, coconut oil, gluten-free tamari sauce or coconut aminos, sesame oil, garlic, fresh ginger, salt, pepper.
Fried rice dishes can be the perfect remedy for a quick and easy dinner after a busy day. This recipe can be made budget-friendly too as you can use frozen shrimp instead of fresh and this can be sourced quite cheaply. Adding in extra vegetables can make this dish go even further, so it would be great for feeding a larger family or a group of students.
AIP Shrimp Fried Rice
– Healing Autoimmune
Ingredients: shrimp, onion, garlic, cauliflower, carrots, green onions, avocado oil, coconut aminos, salt.
One of the best things about fried ‘rice’ meals is that they can be versatile – use whatever vegetables you have and add in shrimp or any other meat. It can be a great way to use up leftover chicken or pork from a roast dinner, but for a lighter option the shrimp fits the bill! Adding the coconut aminos adds a lovely Asian flavor to the dish and it is now readily available.
Cajun Cream Sauce over Shrimp Lettuce Wraps (Contains Dairy)
– Low Carb Yum
Photo Credit: Lisa from Low Carb Yum
Ingredients: fresh shrimp, White Button Mushrooms, red onion, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, celery stalks, cherry tomatoes (optional), romaine lettuce, olive oil, salt, ground black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme, ground oregano, dried basil, ground cumin, cayenne powder, Spanish paprika, red pepper flakes (optional), mayonnaise, sour cream.
These lettuce wraps with Cajun-spiced shrimp look and smell amazing and would be a perfect lunch for a summer day. Simply spoon the vegetables onto the leaf and top with shrimp and a little sauce. The Cajun seasoning works well here, but you could use it on chicken too. The wraps are very low in carbs and calories which can help if you are watching your weight.
Shrimp Fried Cauliflower “Rice”
– Peace Love and Low Carb
Photo Credit: Kyndra from Peace Love and Low Carb
Ingredients: cauliflower, frozen peas, liquid aminos or coconut aminos, garlic, eggs, green onions, baby carrots, bay shrimp, butter.
If you need a slightly more substantial meal then this stir-fry would be ideal as it has egg in it for extra protein. Combined with the meaty shrimp, this dish has a load of vegetables and cauliflower rice to keep the carbs down yet still fill you up. You don’t have to stick to the veggies used here – feel free to add in broccoli, mushrooms, or any other ones you have.
Low Carb Lemon Crumbed Shrimps
– Ditch the Carbs
Photo Credit: Libby from Ditch The Carbs
Ingredients: almond meal/flour, lemon zest, salt, pepper, precooked frozen shrimps.
Here is another great crumb coating to use with fish as the lemon zest sits really well with any seafood. If you are trying to get away from eating breadcrumb coating, this would be a good option to choose, whether it is for a snack or a main meal. Leave the tails on the shrimp if you are intending to serve this as finger food because they make great handles!
Shrimp & Samphire Stir-Fry
– Cavegirl Cuisine
Photo Credit: Michelle from Cavegirl Cuisine
Ingredients: sesame oil, steamed shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, samphire, roasted sesame seeds, bok choy.
Samphire is a plant that was originally found by the seaside across Europe, but there are varieties that grow across the globe. It has a salty taste and a lightly crunchy texture and works so well with seafood. Stir-frying is a great way to use samphire as you don’t want to overcook it. Please don’t be tempted to add any salt to the dish as this plant is rich in salt and other minerals.
Quick And Easy Sautéed Shrimp
– The Healthy Foodie
Photo Credit: Sonia from The Healthy Foodie
Ingredients: ghee, wild-caught pink shrimp, sweet bell peppers, garlic, Himalayan salt, freshly cracked black pepper, fresh thyme.
Just because a recipe only has a few ingredients and is not a complex mix of flavors doesn’t mean it won’t be tasty – simple clean eating can be just as satisfying. Once the shrimp has cooked, set aside and use the oil remaining to cook your accompaniment, for example zucchini noodles. You can add in herbs to boost the flavor or keep it real clean and eat it as it is.
Keto Breaded Shrimp Recipes
Keto Coconut Shrimp
– Keto Summit
<aIngredients: coconut flour, egg, coconut flakes, shrimp, oil, salt, ground black pepper, lime wedges.
The coating on these is a good combination of textures, especially if you use shredded and flaked coconut together. It is not essential to have a deep-fryer – you can use a deep pan – then after it has cooled you can clean the oil through a coffee filter.
Paleo/GF Popcorn Shrimp
– Paleo Flourish
Ingredients: small shrimp, eggs, paleo cajun seasoning, coconut flour, coconut oil.
Just because a recipe only has a few ingredients and is not a complex mix of flavors doesn’t mean it won’t be tasty – simple clean eating can be just as satisfying. Once the shrimp has cooked, set aside and use the oil remaining to cook your accompaniment, for example zucchini noodles. You can add in herbs to boost the flavor or keep it real clean and eat it as it is.
Crispy Low Carb Coconut Shrimp
– Low Carb Yum
Photo Credit: Lisa from Low Carb Yum
Ingredients: shrimp, unsweetened shredded coconut, egg, coconut flour, lemon juice or lime, chili powder, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic, olive or avocado oil.
This recipe describes how to coat the shrimp in a delicious coconut crispy coating, giving you the perfect food to snack on or to have for a party. This would also be a great appetizer served with a dipping sauce or salsa for a dinner party and the chili powder and cayenne give these tasty bites a good heat, but this can be adjusted for folks who don’t do spicy.
Oven Fried Garlic Parmesan Shrimp (Contains Dairy)
– Beauty and The Foodie
Photo Credit: Stacey from Beauty and the Foodie
Ingredients: jumbo shrimp, olive oil, garlic, sea salt, black pepper, almond flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, butter, fresh parsley (optional).
With their wonderful crispy coating these shrimp make a fantastic dish to serve for lunch with a salad, or as an impressive food to provide at a party with friends. You could even serve them with a homemade dip to impress even more! If you are dipping these in a sauce it is a good idea to leave the tails on so they can be eaten as finger food.
Low Carb Coconut Battered Shrimp Revised
– Ditch The Wheat
Photo Credit: Carol from Ditch The Wheat
Ingredients: eggs, coconut flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, preferred seasoning (optional), shrimp, unsweetened shredded coconut.
It may come as a bit of a surprise, but the flavors of coconut and shrimp go so well together! The coconut crisps up when it is deep-fried and gives the shrimp a lovely crispy shell. This is another recipe that would make great party food, or you could serve these with a crisp salad for lunch. You don’t need to invest in a deep-fryer – just pour some oil in a deep pan but keep an eye on the temperature!
Paleo Thai Coconut Lime Shrimp
– PaleOMG
Ingredients: shrimp, coconut milk, egg whites, coconut flour, unsweetened shredded coconut, yellow curry powder, cayenne pepper, sriracha, sea salt, black pepper, garlic, coconut oil, lime juice.
This dish would be great served at a Thai-inspired dinner as it has a lot of the traditional Thai flavors from the coconut, curry and lime, and citrus sets off any seafood perfectly! If you find the coconut won’t stick very well you could dip the shrimp in egg, flour and egg again before dusting it with coconut. This should give a good covering before you add the sauce ingredients.
Breaded Shrimp Salad With Chipotle Mayo
– Healthful Pursuits
Ingredients: coconut oil, bamboo skewers, large raw white shrimp, Bob’s Red Mill almond flour, gray sea salt, garlic powder, ginger powder, ground black pepper, egg, mayonnaise, lime juice (optional), chipotle powder, iceberg lettuce.
Breaded foods could be something you are missing, so why not give this recipe a go? This ‘breading’ gives a lovely crisp coating to the seafood and, served with a spicy mayo that you can make as spicy as you like and some fresh crunchy salad, this would be perfect for a summer lunch. The coating described here would also work with chicken strips.
Keto Fried Shrimp
– Ketocracy
Ingredients: shrimp, almond flour, pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder.
With this recipe the seasonings are all added to the ‘breading’ mixture so that the shrimp have an amazing coating filled with flavors. Obviously the seasonings can be changed if you find there is some ingredient that you don’t like. This is a versatile recipe because you don’t have to have any fancy gadgets, you can simply oven-bake them instead.
Low Carb “Breaded” Shrimp (Contains Dairy)
– Healthy Recipes
Ingredients: olive oil, egg, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, plain pork rinds, grated Parmesan cheese, jumbo shrimp.
I recently bought my first oil spray and now I wouldn’t be without it! A good spray on each shrimp and you end up with oven-fried delicious bites that taste as if they have been deep-fried! The shrimp here are coated using crushed pork rinds and take on a mouth-watering golden color that makes you want to dive right in!
Other Keto Shrimp Recipes
Lemon Garlic Baked Shrimp
– Paleo Flourish
Ingredients: shrimp, garlic, lemon juice, ghee, salt, black pepper, bell peppers, mushrooms, zucchini.
Who doesn’t like fish with lemon? It is a classic! If you would rather, this dish can be cooked in the oven, but the shrimp look amazing threaded onto skewers and grilled. The peppers add loads of color and you can use any type of mushroom you prefer. Impress your guests at your next dinner party or serve this at the next family barbecue.
Coconut Lemongrass Shrimp Soup (Tom Kha Gai)
– Paleo Flourish
Ingredients: Wellness Meats Wild-Caught Raw Brown Shrimp, coconut cream, chicken stock, button mushrooms, lemongrass stalk, ginger, Thai chili (optional), fish sauce, lime juice, salt, cilantro.
Ideal after a busy day, this Thai soup is easy to prepare, yet is so satisfying and filling. This recipe uses the traditional Thai flavors of lime, lemongrass and fish sauce to give a delicious soup that can easily become a family favorite. If you find it difficult to find lime leaves, remember that they can be frozen, so when you can find them, buy loads and freeze for later!
Garlic Shrimp Caesar Salad
– Paleo Flourish
Ingredients: shrimp, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, romaine lettuce, cucumber, Dijon mustard, Paleo mayo, parsley, sliced almonds.
Although shrimp have quite a delicate flavor, they really take on strong flavors like garlic very well. Served with the creamy sauce and over crisp lettuce and cucumber, the shrimp give a delightful alternative to chicken in this salad. For a celebration meal, this could be served in small portions as an appetizer, but would also make a good main course.
Shrimp Pad Thai
– The Paleo Mom
Photo Credit: Sarah from The Paleo Mom
Ingredients: coconut oil, fish sauce, fresh lime juice, garlic, broccoli slaw, carrots, salad shrimp, fresh cilantro, green onions, roasted unsalted cashews.
Pad Thai is a popular dish of vegetables, shrimp or chicken, often served in Thailand as street food. Like with many Thai dishes, the focus is on fresh flavors and the freshest vegetables available. It tastes better if the vegetables are cooked al dente, then they seem to carry the flavors of the fish sauce and lime really well. You can use frozen pre-cooked shrimp here to help keep the price down.
Magic Shrimp
– Meatified
Photo Credit: Rach from Meatified
Ingredients: broccoli, shrimp, avocado oil, seasoning blend of choice, fresh lime juice.
Here is another adaptable recipe that you can have ready in a matter of minutes! Perfect for the holidays when you have a load of other things to do, or after a busy day when you can’t wait too long for a satisfying meal. You can use whatever vegetables you like and whatever seasoning you prefer, but I recommend an Italian seasoning would taste great here.
Keto and Low Carb Creamy Shrimp and Bacon skillet (Contains Dairy)
– The Nourished Caveman
Photo Credit: Vivica from The Nourished Caveman
Ingredients: uncured bacon, mushrooms, smoked salmon, shrimp, coconut cream or heavy whipping cream, Celtic Sea Salt, ground black pepper.
This lovely dish is packed full of flavor and meatiness from the shrimp and mushrooms, and if you choose to add the salmon, you get a subtle smoky flavor throughout. If you are avoiding dairy then use coconut cream instead for the same effect. If you have this for breakfast it is great just the way it is, or you could pair it with noodles or cauliflower rice for a more substantial dinner.
Shrimp & Cauliflower Salad
– I Breathe I’m Hungry
Photo Credit: Mellissa from I Breathe I’m Hungry
Ingredients: cauliflower, raw shrimp, olive oil, cucumbers, fresh dill, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper.
We all know that cauliflower makes a great substitute for white rice, but in this recipe it is used in place of orzo pasta! Brilliant! It also uses dill which has the perfect aniseed flavor to set off the seafood. If you can store this overnight in the refrigerator, you will find that the flavors improve, so this would be a great idea to take with you for lunch to make your colleagues envious!
Low Carb Spicy Shrimp Hand Rolls
– I Breathe I’m Hungry
Photo Credit: Mellissa from I Breathe I’m Hungry
Ingredients: cooked shrimp, mayonnaise, Sriracha, cilantro leaves, cucumber, nori sheets.
These hand rolls have a wonderful combination of heat from the sriracha and cooling cucumber and avocado (if you decide to use it). They can be a bit tricky to roll up to begin with, but you will get better with practice! Hand rolls can be served any time you would normally serve sushi and they make a delicious summery lunch. As sriracha has sugar in it, try not to add too much at a time!
Creamy Shrimp Soup with Vegetables (Contains Dairy)
– Ketogasm
Photo Credit: Tasha from Ketogasm
Ingredients: cauliflower, broccoli, turnip, heavy cream, vegetable broth, shrimp, salt.
If you like creamy soups you will love this one! It is full of healthy vegetables and is topped with meaty shrimp and would make a lovely meal for lunch or dinner. If you like a thick soup you can blend the vegetable and broth mixture once it is cooked, then add in the shrimp and cook until they are pink, but avoid overcooking the seafood or it may become quite rubbery.
Coconut Lime Shrimp Ceviche
– Beauty and The Foodie
Photo Credit: Stacey from Beauty and the Foodie
Ingredients: shrimp, lime juice, lime zest, sea salt (optional), cilantro, cucumber, coconut milk, tomato, avocado (optional), Franks red pepper sauce (optional).
Ceviche is one of those wonderful ways of cooking that does not involve heat, but uses citrus juice to ‘cook’ the shrimp! This also gives the meal a lovely tropical flavor and along with the cool cucumber and creamy avocado, this makes a delicious summery meal. This can also be served instead of shrimp cocktail as an appetizer for a dinner party, simply spooned over shredded lettuce.
Caribbean Coconut Shrimp
– Cavegirl Cuisine
Photo Credit: Michelle from Cavegirl Cuisine
Ingredients: raw shrimp, coconut milk, ghee or unsalted butter, shallot, lemongrass, garlic, tomato sauce, cilantro, sea salt, ground pepper, unsweetened coconut flakes.
In this recipe it is the coconut and lemongrass that give the seafood a Caribbean flavor and the shrimp goes so well here. You have a wonderful combination of textures from the meaty shrimp and the toasted coconut flakes and the lemongrass adds a freshness to the dish. If you don’t want to eat the lemongrass, you can bruise it, add it to the pan and then remove it before serving.
Easy Smoked Shrimp
– Cook Eat Paleo
Photo Credit: Lisa from Cook Eat Paleo
Ingredients: shrimp, garlic infused olive oil, sea salt, fresh ground pepper, ghee, garlic, fresh basil and/or parsley.
Just because a recipe only has a few ingredients and is not a complex mix of flavors doesn’t mean it won’t be tasty – simple clean eating can be just as satisfying. Once the shrimp has cooked, set aside and use the oil remaining to cook your accompaniment, for example zucchini noodles. You can add in herbs to boost the flavor or keep it real clean and eat it as it is.
Garlic Roasted Shrimp With Zucchini Pasta
– Cook Eat Paleo
Photo Credit: Lisa from Cook Eat Paleo
Ingredients: shrimp, olive oil, ghee, garlic, lemon zest and juice, salt, ground pepper, zucchini.
Shrimp is a fabulous ingredient to serve with paleo pasta as it gives a real diversity if texture to the dish. It also gives you a lighter option than using beef and could even be spiced up a bit if you like with the addition of some chili flakes. And of course we all know how well lemon goes with fish! You can use a mandolin to cut the zucchini or even a simple potato peeler.
Shrimp Curry
– My Heart Beets
Photo Credit: Ashley from My Heart Beets
Ingredients: coconut oil, salt, freshly cracked black pepper, shrimp, white onion or large shallots, Romano tomatoes, coconut milk, garlic, ginger, thai bird chilies, Kashmiri chili powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, salt, curry leaves.
This curry recipe has its roots in Indian cuisine and uses a lot of the traditional Indian spices, from coriander and ginger to turmeric which has a lot of health benefits. In fact, we created our own Turmeric Soothe supplement, for those who love the benefits of turmeric but don’t eat it every day.
It can be made as spicy as you like, since shrimp can carry the heat from chilis really well. This would be a wonderful warming plateful to serve on a chilly day.
Shrimp and Coconut Fritters
– Seasonal and Savory
Photo Credit: Angela from Seasonal & Savory
Ingredients: shrimp, unsweetened shredded coconut, egg, green onions, freshly grated ginger (optional), salt, coconut oil.
These fritters are made by combining shrimp paste and chopped shrimp and this gives them a lovely texture. These would be ideal as an appetizer or served with a dipping sauce for a light lunch. You could even make small fritters and serve them as finger food at a party! Remember that fresh ginger can be frozen, then you can just grate what you need without wasting any.
Garlic Butter Lemon Shrimp
– The Healthy Foodie
Photo Credit: Sonia from The Healthy Foodie
Ingredients: extra-large raw tiger shrimp, garlic, ghee, chicken stock, fresh lemon juice, salt, ground black pepper, fresh parsley or cilantro.
Garlic and lemon is such a popular flavor combo and the shrimp can really take these strong flavors! If you find tiger prawns are a bit too expensive you can use smaller ones, or even frozen ones, just defrost them first before cooking. This dish could be served over cauliflower rice, with zucchini noodles, or just as it is! One tip – keep an eye on the garlic as it can burn quite easily.
