Keto Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry

This Keto Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with crisp broccoli in a savory garlic sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, it's low in carbs and high in protein, making it a satisfying choice for those on a ketogenic diet.

Keto Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
280 kcal

Ingredients

  • Shrimp - 300 grams, peeled and deveined
  • Broccoli - 200 grams, cut into florets
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
  • Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
  • Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
  • Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Green onions - 2, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they turn pink and opaque.
  4. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
  6. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the broccoli.
  7. Pour in the soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes, and stir to combine everything evenly.
  8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 9 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 210 mg
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
  • Rich in antioxidants from broccoli, which help combat oxidative stress.

Tags

AmericanKetoDinner