Keto Shrimp Cocktail

Keto Shrimp Cocktail is a refreshing and low-carb appetizer that pairs succulent shrimp with a zesty, homemade cocktail sauce. Perfect for gatherings or a light snack, this dish combines the flavors of fresh seafood with the tanginess of horseradish and lemon.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 250 grams
• Water - 1 liter
• Lemon - 1 (juiced)
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Horseradish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar-free ketchup - 2 tablespoons
• Worcestershire sauce - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a medium pot, bring 1 liter of water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon of salt and the juice of 1 lemon.
2. Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.
3. Remove the shrimp from the pot and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for about 5 minutes.
4. In a small bowl, mix horseradish sauce, sugar-free ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and paprika to create the cocktail sauce.
5. Once the shrimp are cool, drain and pat them dry. Arrange them on a serving plate.
6. Serve the shrimp with the cocktail sauce on the side and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 2 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which helps in muscle building and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.

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