Keto Grilled Shrimp

Keto Grilled Shrimp is a flavorful Thai-inspired snack that combines succulent shrimp with aromatic spices and a zesty lime marinade. This dish is perfect for a low-carb diet, offering a delightful taste of Southeast Asia right on your plate.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Fresh cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lime wedges - for serving

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine coconut aminos, fish sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, red chili flakes, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Add the shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes.
3. Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Skewer the marinated shrimp onto skewers, leaving a little space between each shrimp.
5. Grill the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
6. Remove the shrimp from the grill and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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