15-Minute Keto Garlic Butter Shrimp
**Prep Time:** 5 minutes | **Cook Time:** 10 minutes | **Servings:** 4
## Description
Quick, flavorful, and perfectly keto-friendly garlic butter shrimp that comes together in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights!
## Ingredients
– 1.5 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 4 tbsp butter, unsalted
– 6 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
– Salt and black pepper to taste
– 1 tbsp olive oil
## Instructions
1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
5. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
6. Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in garlic butter.
7. Add lemon juice and fresh parsley. Toss again.
8. Serve immediately while hot.
## Nutrition Information (per serving)
– **Calories:** 285
– **Total Fat:** 18g
– **Protein:** 26g
– **Total Carbs:** 3g
– **Fiber:** 0g
– **Net Carbs:** 3g
## FAQ
**Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?**
A: Yes! Thaw frozen shrimp in cold water for 10-15 minutes before cooking. Pat dry thoroughly.
**Q: How do I know when shrimp is done?**
A: Shrimp is done when it turns pink and opaque. It should form a “C” shape, not an “O”.
**Q: Can I make this dairy-free?**
A: Substitute butter with ghee or coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
## Tags
#keto #shrimp #quickmeals #garlicbutter #lowcarb #seafood #15minutemeals #easyrecipes