Keto Cajun Shrimp
Plump shrimp cooked in garlic butter and Cajun spices with a splash of heavy cream for a low carb skillet dinner.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, optional
Instructions
Cooking
- Melt. Warm the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook. Stir in the garlic for one minute, then add the shrimp and Cajun seasoning.
- Simmer. Cook until the shrimp are pink, then pour in the cream and simmer until thick.
- Serve. Season to taste and top with parsley.
Notes
Substitutions: Use coconut cream for a dairy free option and cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles as a base.
Tips: Do not overcook the shrimp and keep the cream at a gentle simmer.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to two days and reheat gently.
Nutrition is calculated per serving.