Keto Coconut Curry Shrimp

Keto Coconut Curry Shrimp is a delightful and flavorful dish that brings together succulent shrimp, creamy coconut milk, and aromatic spices. This low-carb recipe is perfect for those following a ketogenic diet and craving a taste of exotic flavors. With a balance of heat, creaminess, and tanginess, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds.

Here’s the recipe for Keto Coconut Curry Shrimp:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons red curry paste
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk (full fat)
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon erythritol or your preferred keto-friendly sweetener
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
• Cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

1. Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent and fragrant.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
4. Add the red curry paste to the pan and cook for a minute, stirring continuously to combine it with the aromatics.
5. Pour in the coconut milk and stir well to incorporate the curry paste.
6. Add the fish sauce, lime juice, and erythritol (or your preferred sweetener) to the pan. Stir to combine.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Allow the sauce to simmer for a few minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
9. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the pan and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through. This usually takes about 3-4 minutes.
10. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
11. Serve the Keto Coconut Curry Shrimp over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles, if desired, to complete the meal.

Nutrition Facts:

• Servings: 4
• Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
• Calories: 250
• Total Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 14g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 195mg
• Sodium: 710mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 6g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 2g
• Protein: 18g