Kızartma Karides

Kızartma Karides is a delightful Turkish seafood dish featuring perfectly fried shrimp, seasoned to perfection with a blend of spices and herbs. This Paleo-friendly recipe highlights the natural flavors of the shrimp, making it a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Coconut flour - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Coconut oil (for frying) - 100 ml
• Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish) - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon wedges (for serving) - 1 lemon

Steps

1. In a bowl, whisk the egg until well beaten.
2. In another bowl, combine coconut flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Dip each shrimp into the beaten egg, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it in the coconut flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure an even coating.
4. Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
5. Fry the coated shrimp in batches, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
7. Serve the fried shrimp garnished with chopped parsley and lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 16 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 18 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

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

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