Low Carb Salt and Pepper Shrimp

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  • prep time

    prep time

    15 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    23 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    38 min

Low Carb Salt and Pepper Shrimp

10 ratings

Salt and pepper shrimp is one of my go-to take out foods, however, it is very simple to make at home and it tastes better. Serve with cauliflower rice on the side and your favorite low carb vegetables. Use shell-on shrimp as the frying process allows the shell to crisp enough to eat.

  • Net Carbs

    7.2 g

  • Fiber

    0.3 g

  • Total Carbs

    7.5 g

  • Protein

    15.5 g

  • Fats

    14.7 g

229 cals

Low Carb Salt and Pepper Shrimp

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Ingredients

  • Raw White Large Shrimp Shell On by Kroger

    Raw White Large Shrimp Shell On by Kroger

    24 ounce

  • Cornstarch

    Cornstarch

    4 tablespoon

  • Avocado Oil

    Avocado Oil

    3 tablespoon

  • Garlic

    Garlic

    7 clove

  • Scallions

    Scallions

    ⅛ cup

  • Jalapeno Peppers

    Jalapeno Peppers

    1 regular - approx 2" long

  • Avocado Oil

    Avocado Oil

    3 tablespoon

  • Coarse Kosher Salt by Morton

    Coarse Kosher Salt by Morton

    ½ tsp

  • Black Pepper

    Black Pepper

    ½ teaspoon

Recipe Steps

steps 4

38 min

  • Step 1

    Place shrimp in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Add the cornstarch and mix thoroughly. Allow to sit as you prep the other ingredients.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    Mince the garlic and slice the scallions into thin rounds. Slice the jalapeno into thin rounds as well. Heat a medium-sized nonstick saute pan until very hot over medium-high heat. Add in the avocado oil and enough shrimp to cover the pan in a single layer. Do not overlap the shrimp or they will steam and not get crispy. Cook for 1-2 minutes then flip shrimp to the other side and cook until they are pink. Remove to a paper towel lined plate. Repeat with the remaining shrimp. I did not have to add extra oil, but if you need to add a little more between batches feel free.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Once all the shrimp are cooked, add 2 teaspoons of avocado oil to the hot pan and saute the scallions, garlic and jalapeno together briefly (less than a minute).
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    Add back in the cooked shrimp and toss in the scallions, garlic, and jalapeno. Season with salt and pepper. Taste, adding more salt and pepper as you please. Serve hot with cauliflower rice!
    Step 4

Comments 14

  • melaniebuchanan19720607

    melaniebuchanan19720607 3 years ago

    I did use the cornstarch this time but yeah it made my counts high and I had to skimp on food for the day to make it work. Next time I’m using coconut flour.

    • AmazingArugula556676

      AmazingArugula556676 3 years ago

      Absolutely great. Added a shake of Cheyenne pepper 🌶

      • Drkate

        Drkate 4 years ago

        I used coconut flour, worked well. Forgot to peel the shrimp though because they were veined

        • Chustcb

          Chustcb 4 years ago

          Corn starch is not keto friendly

          • Alicerp22

            Alicerp22 2 years ago

            I agree. I was shocked when I saw it as well. But this recipe is a low carb recipe not a keto recipe

        • Vettemama

          Vettemama 4 years ago

          I assume you remove the shell on shrimp before coating? And did you say Xanthum gum can be substituted for cornstarch....or is that what you meant would be slimy?

          • Lmb2020

            Lmb2020 4 years ago

            Left over shrimp are even good cold. I used almond flour instead cornstarch

            • tmsaxon9574

              tmsaxon9574 4 years ago

              Can you use potato starch or Xanthan gum instead of corn starch?

              • frommetovuu

                frommetovuu 4 years ago

                Yes, potato starch would work well! CS than will be slimy.

            • Diana

              Diana 5 years ago

              Loved this recipe. It is easy to make and shrimp was so flavorful. Served shrimp over mashed garlic and herb cauliflower.

              • day_dreamr_69@yahoo.com

                day_dreamr_69@yahoo.com 5 years ago

                Cornstarch???

                • candylady_6395cc

                  candylady_6395cc 5 years ago

                  Why is this recipe here?? Cornstarch is NOT Keto.

                  • Indievisual

                    Indievisual 5 years ago

                    Bye Keto police. 👋

                  • Michele

                    Michele 5 years ago

                    in moderation it can be used, this is where your 7 carbs come from!! use coconut flour or almond flour go suit your needs!