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Global Culinary Adventures 15 Best Keto Shrimp Recipes From Gulf Coast to Thai Markets
Discover 15 keto shrimp recipes that transform a low-carb staple into vibrant, globally-inspired dishes. Crafted by Oliver, Natalia, and Victor, these recipes reflect our 50+ country journey, tested for flavor and ease. For more keto inspiration, check out this Tasty video (used for educational purposes only; their content differs from our recipes). Explore more at our Recipes Collection.
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A Reliable Keto Staple
A collection of family-tested, globally-inspired keto shrimp recipes that prove this low-carb staple is a passport to flavor.
When you live a keto lifestyle as we do, you learn to cherish versatile ingredients. Shrimp, with its zero-carb, high-protein profile, is a keto superstar we discovered in Gulf Coast markets (2010–2014) and Thailand’s vibrant stalls (2016–2018). From Oliver’s hospitality training in Oman (2008–2011) to Natalia’s Siberian-inspired creamy sauces, these 15 keto shrimp recipes bring global flavors to your table. Victor, our 9-year-old taste-tester (born November 24, 2016, Koh Samui), loves the Keto Shrimp Tacos from our Vietnam days (2022–present). For more keto ideas, see this Tasty video (used for educational purposes only; their content differs from our recipes). (USDA)
Our Culinary Adventure with Shrimp
This isn’t just a list of keto shrimp recipes; it’s a tapestry of our family’s culinary discoveries. From Gulf Coast shrimp hauls to Thai street markets, we’ve learned from local cooks to create dishes like Garlic Butter Shrimp and Thai Coconut Shrimp Soup. These recipes, tested by Victor, prove that keto dining is about connection, adventure, and love around the table. Explore more global-inspired dishes at our Recipes Collection. (Serious Eats)
Our Culinary Adventures: 15 Best Keto Shrimp Recipes
Each of these 15 keto shrimp recipes is a snapshot of our family’s journey across 50+ countries, tested and approved by our chief taste-tester, Victor. From Gulf Coast to Thai markets, these dishes bring global flavors to your keto table. (USDA)
Garlic Butter Shrimp
Buttery, garlicky comfort from Gulf Coast hauls (2010–2014), loved by Natalia.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Butter (our favorite) | 2 tbsp |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 3 |
| Lemon juice | 1 tbsp |
| Paprika | ½ tsp |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Melt butter in skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté garlic 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, paprika, salt, pepper; cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
- Drizzle with lemon juice; serve hot.
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 8 minutes | Total Time: 13 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 220 kcal, 24g protein, 12g fat, 2g net carbs, 0g fiber, 600mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Keto Chicken Recipes.
Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
Crispy, tropical-inspired shrimp from our Vietnam hub (2022–present).
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Almond flour | ½ cup |
| Unsweetened shredded coconut | ½ cup |
| Egg | 1 large |
| Paprika | ½ tsp |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix almond flour, coconut, paprika, salt, pepper in a bowl.
- Dip shrimp in beaten egg, then coat with coconut mixture.
- Air fry 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden.
- Serve with a keto dipping sauce.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 250 kcal, 23g protein, 15g fat, 3g net carbs, 2g fiber, 500mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Keto Air Fryer Recipes.
Keto Shrimp Scampi
Garlicky scampi with zoodles, inspired by Italian coastal eats (2014–2019).
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Butter | 3 tbsp |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 4 |
| Chicken broth | ¼ cup |
| Lemon juice | 1 tbsp |
| Zucchini noodles | 2 cups |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Melt butter in skillet; sauté garlic 30 seconds.
- Add shrimp; cook 2 minutes per side, remove.
- Add broth, lemon juice; simmer 2 minutes.
- Toss in zoodles, shrimp; cook 1 minute, serve.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 280 kcal, 25g protein, 18g fat, 4g net carbs, 1g fiber, 600mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Zucchini Recipes.
Spicy Cajun Shrimp
Fiery Cajun dish from Louisiana influences (2010–2014).
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Olive oil (our pantry staple) | 2 tbsp |
| Cajun seasoning | 1 tbsp |
| Garlic powder | 1 tsp |
| Lemon juice | 1 tbsp |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Toss shrimp with oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper.
- Sauté in skillet over medium-high heat 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drizzle with lemon juice; serve hot.
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 8 minutes | Total Time: 13 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 200 kcal, 24g protein, 10g fat, 2g net carbs, 0g fiber, 500mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Low-Carb Seafood Recipes.
Creamy Tuscan Shrimp
Rich, creamy dish with sun-dried tomatoes, inspired by 2014–2019 European travels.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Butter | 2 tbsp |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 3 |
| Heavy cream | 1 cup |
| Parmesan cheese, grated | ½ cup |
| Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped | ¼ cup |
| Frozen spinach, thawed & squeezed | 2 cups |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Melt butter; sauté garlic 30 seconds.
- Cook shrimp 2 minutes per side; remove.
- Add cream, Parmesan, tomatoes; stir until thickened.
- Mix in spinach, shrimp; cook 1 minute, serve.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 350 kcal, 26g protein, 28g fat, 4g net carbs, 1g fiber, 600mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Frozen Spinach Recipes.
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers
Zesty skewers from coastal Thailand (2016–2018).
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Olive oil | 2 tbsp |
| Lemon juice | 2 tbsp |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 3 |
| Paprika | 1 tsp |
| Skewers | As needed |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Mix oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper; marinate shrimp 15 minutes.
- Thread shrimp onto skewers.
- Grill over medium-high heat 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve with a keto salad.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 6 minutes | Total Time: 26 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 190 kcal, 24g protein, 9g fat, 2g net carbs, 0g fiber, 500mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Keto Salad Recipes.
Keto Shrimp Alfredo
Creamy indulgence with zoodles, inspired by Natalia’s Siberian sauces (2013–2016).
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Butter | 2 tbsp |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 3 |
| Heavy cream | 1 cup |
| Parmesan cheese, grated | ½ cup |
| Zucchini noodles | 2 cups |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Melt butter; sauté garlic 30 seconds.
- Cook shrimp 2 minutes per side; remove.
- Add cream, Parmesan; stir until thickened.
- Toss in zoodles, shrimp; cook 1 minute, serve.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 340 kcal, 25g protein, 27g fat, 3g net carbs, 1g fiber, 600mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Keto Pasta Recipes.
Spicy Garlic Butter Shrimp
Fiery Gulf Coast twist (2010–2014), a Victor favorite.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Butter | 2 tbsp |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 4 |
| Red pepper flakes | 1 tsp |
| Lemon juice | 1 tbsp |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Melt butter; sauté garlic, red pepper flakes 30 seconds.
- Add shrimp, salt, pepper; cook 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drizzle with lemon juice; serve hot.
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 8 minutes | Total Time: 13 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 230 kcal, 24g protein, 13g fat, 2g net carbs, 0g fiber, 500mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Keto Salsa Recipes.
Crispy Parmesan Shrimp
Crunchy, cheesy air-fried delight from Vietnam (2022–present).
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Almond flour | ½ cup |
| Parmesan cheese, grated | ½ cup |
| Egg | 1 large |
| Garlic powder | 1 tsp |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix almond flour, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, pepper.
- Dip shrimp in beaten egg, then coat with mixture.
- Air fry 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy.
- Serve with keto ranch dip.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 260 kcal, 25g protein, 16g fat, 3g net carbs, 1g fiber, 600mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Keto Dip Recipes.
Keto Shrimp Tacos with Cheese Shells
Crispy cheese shell tacos, a hit in Vietnam (2022–present).
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Cheddar cheese, shredded | 1½ cups |
| Avocado, sliced | 1 |
| Sour cream | ¼ cup |
| Cilantro, chopped | 2 tbsp |
| Lime juice | 1 tbsp |
| Cumin | 1 tsp |
| Chili powder | 1 tsp |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C); line sheet with parchment.
- Bake ¼ cup cheese portions 5-7 minutes; shape into taco shells.
- Toss shrimp with lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper.
- Sauté shrimp 2-3 minutes per side.
- Fill shells with shrimp, avocado, sour cream, cilantro; serve.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 320 kcal, 26g protein, 22g fat, 4g net carbs, 2g fiber, 700mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Keto Taco Recipes.
Thai Coconut Shrimp Soup
Creamy, spicy soup from Thailand (2016–2018).
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Coconut milk | 1 can (14 oz) |
| Chicken broth | 2 cups |
| Red curry paste | 1 tbsp |
| Lime juice | 1 tbsp |
| Ginger, grated | 1 tsp |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 3 |
| Mushrooms, sliced | 1 cup |
| Cilantro, chopped | 2 tbsp |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Heat oil in pot; sauté garlic, ginger 30 seconds.
- Stir in curry paste, coconut milk, broth; simmer 5 minutes.
- Add shrimp, mushrooms; cook 5 minutes until shrimp is pink.
- Finish with lime juice, cilantro; serve.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 300 kcal, 25g protein, 20g fat, 5g net carbs, 1g fiber, 700mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Keto Soup Recipes.
Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp
Smoky, juicy party hit from Gulf Coast (2010–2014).
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Bacon | 12 slices |
| Garlic powder | 1 tsp |
| Smoked paprika | 1 tsp |
| Olive oil | 1 tbsp |
| Toothpicks | As needed |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C); line baking sheet.
- Season shrimp with garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper.
- Wrap each shrimp with bacon; secure with toothpicks.
- Bake 15 minutes, flipping halfway, until bacon is crispy.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 290 kcal, 26g protein, 20g fat, 1g net carbs, 0g fiber, 800mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Keto Appetizer Recipes.
Shrimp and Cauliflower Fried Rice
Asian-inspired keto dish from Thailand (2016–2018).
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Cauliflower rice | 2 cups |
| Eggs, beaten | 2 |
| Green onions, chopped | 2 |
| Coconut aminos | 2 tbsp |
| Sesame oil | 1 tbsp |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 3 |
| Ginger, grated | 1 tsp |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil; sauté garlic, ginger 30 seconds.
- Cook shrimp 2 minutes per side; remove.
- Add cauliflower rice, coconut aminos; cook 3 minutes.
- Scramble eggs; mix in shrimp, onions; serve.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 240 kcal, 26g protein, 12g fat, 4g net carbs, 2g fiber, 600mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Keto Fried Rice Recipes.
Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skillet
Spicy, hearty one-pan dish from Louisiana (2010–2014).
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Andouille sausage, sliced | 12 oz |
| Bell peppers, sliced | 2 |
| Onion, sliced | 1 |
| Cajun seasoning | 1 tbsp |
| Olive oil | 2 tbsp |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 3 |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Heat oil in skillet over medium-high.
- Cook sausage 3 minutes until browned.
- Add peppers, onion, garlic, Cajun seasoning; cook 3 minutes.
- Add shrimp; cook 2-3 minutes per side, serve.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 330 kcal, 28g protein, 24g fat, 5g net carbs, 2g fiber, 800mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Keto Skillet Recipes.
Garlic Parmesan Shrimp with Zoodles
Cheesy, light dish from Gulf Coast (2010–2014).
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled, deveined) | 1 lb |
| Zucchini noodles | 2 cups |
| Butter | 2 tbsp |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 3 |
| Parmesan cheese, grated | ½ cup |
| Heavy cream | ½ cup |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
Instructions
- Melt butter; sauté garlic 30 seconds.
- Cook shrimp 2 minutes per side; remove.
- Add cream, Parmesan; stir until thickened.
- Toss in zoodles, shrimp; cook 1 minute, serve.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings. Nutrition (per serving): 310 kcal, 25g protein, 25g fat, 3g net carbs, 1g fiber, 600mg sodium
Tip: Pair with our Keto Zoodle Recipes.
Our Kitchen Guide: Tips Learned from Cooks Around the World
These tips, honed from global markets, elevate your keto shrimp recipes:
- Quick Thaw for Perfect Texture: Thaw frozen shrimp in cold water for 15 minutes, a trick from Gulf Coast fishermen (2010–2014).
- Fat Boost for Keto Macros: Use high-fat ingredients like butter or coconut oil, learned in Thailand’s markets (2016–2018).
- Don’t Overcook: Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until pink, tested by Victor in Vietnam (2022–present).
Explore more techniques in our Recipes Collection. (Serious Eats)
Our Recommended Tools
| Item & Category | Recommended Product | Our Tip: Why This Specific Tool Matters |
|---|---|---|
| High-Heat Searing | Lodge 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet | A cast iron skillet’s even heat is crucial for searing shrimp, learned in Gulf Coast kitchens. |
| Air Frying | Ninja Air Fryer | Perfect for crispy coconut shrimp, tested in Vietnam (2022–present). |
Conclusion: A Global Shrimp Journey
These 15 keto shrimp recipes, crafted by Oliver, Natalia, and Victor, bring global flavors to your low-carb table, from Garlic Butter Shrimp to Thai Coconut Shrimp Soup. Inspired by our 50+ country journey, they’re perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings. For more keto inspiration, watch this Tasty video (used for educational purposes only; their content differs from our recipes). Share your creations at team@mangoesandpalmtrees.com or #MangoesPalmTrees. Explore more at our Recipes or About Us. (USDA)
