Thai Spicy Shrimp

Thai Spicy Shrimp is a vibrant and flavorful breakfast dish that combines succulent shrimp with aromatic herbs and spices, perfect for a keto diet. This dish delivers a delightful kick, ensuring you start your day with energy and zest.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Fresh ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Thai red curry paste - 1 tablespoon
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Red chili (sliced) - 1 small (adjust to taste)
• Green onions (sliced) - 2 stalks
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the coconut oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the Thai red curry paste and cook for another minute.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
5. Pour in the coconut milk, fish sauce, and lime juice, stirring to combine all ingredients.
6. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for another 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
7. Add the sliced red chili and season with salt to taste.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and sliced green onions.
9. Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 18 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in healthy fats from coconut milk, supporting heart health.

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