Garlic Steamed Shrimp

Garlic Steamed Shrimp is a fragrant and succulent dish that highlights the natural sweetness of fresh shrimp, enhanced by the bold flavors of garlic and ginger. This keto-friendly seafood recipe is not only simple to prepare but also a delightful addition to your low-carb meal repertoire.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 400 grams
• Garlic (minced) - 4 cloves
• Ginger (minced) - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions (chopped) - 2 stalks
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Water - 0.5 liters

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, minced ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Add the shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them marinate for 10 minutes.
3. While the shrimp are marinating, prepare a steamer by bringing water to a boil in a pot.
4. Place the marinated shrimp in a heatproof plate or dish that fits into your steamer.
5. Sprinkle the chopped green onions over the shrimp.
6. Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and place the steamer basket over the pot.
7. Steam the shrimp for 6-8 minutes, or until they are opaque and cooked through.
8. Carefully remove the plate from the steamer, serve hot, and enjoy.

Nutrition

• Calories: 230
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle health and satiety.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.

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