Keto Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe in 18 Minutes
Busy keto warriors rejoice – this lemon garlic butter shrimp delivers restaurant-quality flavor in less time than it takes to stream your favorite show! Perfect for low-carb meal prep or impressing last-minute guests, our zesty skillet shrimp combines bright citrus notes with rich butter and pungent garlic in a sauce that’ll have you licking the spoon (keto-approved, of course).
Why This Recipe Works
Clockwise from top right: Juicy shrimp bathed in golden garlic butter sauce with fresh lemon wedges
The Keto Power Trio
- Ready in 18 minutes flat – faster than takeout
- Only 2g net carbs per serving
- 72% fat content from quality butter and olive oil
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs large raw shrimp (peeled & deveined)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 lemon (juiced + zested)
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Heat large skillet over medium-high. Add 2 tbsp olive oil
- Pat shrimp dry and season with salt/pepper
- Sear shrimp 2 minutes per side until pink. Remove
- Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter with garlic and red pepper flakes (1 min)
- Stir in lemon juice/zest. Return shrimp to pan
- Toss to coat and garnish with parsley
Pro Tips
- Swap butter for ghee if dairy-sensitive
- Add 1/4 cup Parmesan for extra richness
- Serve over zucchini noodles for complete meal
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories: 280 | Protein: 25g | Net Carbs: 2g | Fat: 20g
Serving Suggestions
Pair with cauliflower rice or roasted asparagus. For special occasions, add pan-seared scallops.