Keto Shrimp Scampi
This recipe is a delicious and easy low-carb take on the classic shrimp scampi dish. It uses butter, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil and parsley to create a flavorful and delicious sauce for the shrimp. It's a great option for those following a ketogenic diet and can be served as a main course or as an appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup Butter
- 4 Garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 cup Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- In the skillet, melt the butter and add the garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and just cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the lemon juice and olive oil. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with lemon wedges, if desired.