Sour and Spicy Shrimp

Sour and Spicy Shrimp is a tantalizing keto-friendly dish that combines succulent shrimp with a zesty, spicy sauce, offering a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for seafood lovers seeking a low-carb option, this dish is quick to prepare and guaranteed to impress.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Ginger (minced) - 1 tablespoon
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Stevia or erythritol (optional) - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions (chopped) - 2 stalks
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Stir in red chili flakes and cook for an additional minute.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
5. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, lemon juice, and sweetener (if using).
6. Pour the sauce over the cooked shrimp, stirring to coat evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes to heat through.
7. Remove from heat, drizzle with sesame oil, and toss in chopped green onions.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with extra green onions if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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