Get ready for a mouthwatering treat with Keto Salt and Pepper Shrimp! This is a simple gluten-free and low-carb recipe. Perfect for appetizers or as a tasty main course, the crispy shrimp seasoned with a blend of spices can quickly become your go-to dish. Let's dive into the recipe!
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- Preparation and cooking overview
- Chef's note
- 🍤 Ingredients for this keto salt and pepper shrimp recipe
- Ingredient substitutions
- Additional ingredients
- Cooking tools required
- Tools substitute options
- How to make Keto Salt and Pepper Shrimp: step-by-step guide
- Cooking methods
- Preparation steps
- Cooking instructions
- What to serve with keto salt and pepper shrimp?
- How to make it healthier
- Time-saving tips
- What can I prepare ahead of time?
- Storage and reheating instructions
- Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
- Frequently asked questions
- 📖 Recipe
Preparation and cooking overview
Making this low-carb salt and pepper shrimp is super easy! First, clean the shrimp and then coat them with a mixture of tapioca starch, black pepper, and salt. Next, fry them in a hot cast-iron skillet until golden and crispy. In just 20 minutes, you'll have a tasty batch of shrimp ready to enjoy!
Chef's note
Want to add some extra crunch to your salt and pepper shrimp? Experiment with the recipe by using whey protein isolate instead of tapioca starch for the coating. It will make the shrimp even crispier and add more protein to the dish. So, don't be afraid to try something new and enjoy a tasty treat that's both delicious and good for you!
For more inspiration check out our Seafood recipe.
🍤 Ingredients for this keto salt and pepper shrimp recipe
To make this keto salt and pepper shrimp recipe, you'll need the following ingredients:
Ingredient substitutions
If you need to make changes to the recipe, here are some ingredient substitutions:
Additional ingredients
Want to add some extra flavor to your dish? Try these tasty additions:
Cooking tools required
To make this keto shrimp recipe, you'll need the following tools:
Tools substitute options
If you don't have some of the tools mentioned in the recipe, don't worry! Here are some easy substitutes:
How to make Keto Salt and Pepper Shrimp: step-by-step guide
Cooking methods
Preparation steps
- Get all your ingredients ready.
- Cut along the back of the shrimp shells and take out the veins.
- Cut the green onions and Thai chiles into thin slices.
- Chop up some cilantro.
Cooking instructions
- Mix the tapioca starch, black pepper, and salt in a big bowl. Put the shrimp in and stir until they're all coated.
- Pour avocado oil into a 10-inch or bigger cast-iron skillet. Turn the heat to medium-high. Fry the shrimp in batches so they don't crowd the pan, about 2 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Move the cooked shrimp to a plate with paper towels to get rid of extra oil. Keep frying the rest of the shrimp the same way.
- Once all the shrimp are cooked, put them in a big bowl. Add the Sichuan peppercorns, chili peppers, green onions, and cilantro. Toss them together.
- Sprinkle a little flaky sea salt on top, and they're ready to eat.
Chef's pro tip
Shrimp cook quickly, so be careful not to overcook them. They should be golden brown and crispy on the outside, and tender and juicy on the inside. If you overcook them, they will become tough and rubbery. Keep an eye on them while they are cooking, and remove them from the skillet when they are done.
What to serve with keto salt and pepper shrimp?
Wondering what to pair with the salt pepper shrimp? Here are some tasty food combinations that go great with the dish:
How to make it healthier
Want to make the keto shrimp recipe even healthier? Try these simple ideas:
Time-saving tips
What can I prepare ahead of time?
Storage and reheating instructions
Storage tips
Reheating best practices
Do not use the microwave to reheat shrimp. The microwave can make the shrimp tough and rubbery.
Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
With our Keto Salt and Pepper Shrimp recipe, you're in for a tasty treat! These crispy, flavorful shrimp are packed with delicious spices that will make your mouth water.
To make this dish, simply gather your ingredients, follow the steps, and soon your kitchen will be filled with the smell of sizzling shrimp. It's a fun and easy dish that you'll want to make again and again.
So what are you waiting for? Get cooking today!
Frequently asked questions
📖 Recipe
Keto Salt and Pepper Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shell-on shrimp
- 2 tablespoons tapioca starch or whey protein isolate
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup avocado oil ⅔ cup left after frying
- 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns or mixed peppercorns
- 4 Thai chiles thinly sliced
- 2 green onions chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro minced
- Flaky sea salt for serving
Instructions
- Mix the tapioca starch, black pepper, and salt in a big bowl. Put the shrimp in and stir until they're all coated.
- Pour avocado oil into a 10-inch or bigger cast-iron skillet. Turn the heat to medium-high. Fry the shrimp in batches so they don't crowd the pan, about 2 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Move the cooked shrimp to a plate with paper towels to get rid of extra oil. Keep frying the rest of the shrimp the same way.
- Once all the shrimp are cooked, put them in a big bowl. Add the Sichuan peppercorns, chili peppers, green onions, and cilantro. Toss them together.
- Sprinkle a little flaky sea salt on top, and they're ready to eat.
Notes
- 306 calories
- 2g total carbs
- 29g protein
- 20g fat
- 1g fiber
Rachel King says
So yummy!!!
Pam Sturgess says
This is my favorite food in the world! I was so happy to find your recipe and it came out great. I made it with cornstarch instead of tapioca starch because I had it and I think the cornstarch has fewer carbs. Anyway ... This is super easy and delicious and I'll be making it every week for years to come. Thank you.
Patty says
My new favorite way to eat shrimp!
There are many good recipes out there, and this is one. I followed your recipe exactly with the whey protein isolate. I love the flavor and texture and will be making this on a regular basis.
Thank you castironketo!