Tiny, Tasty, Keto Treat for Your Solo Feast

Craving a low-carb delight? Try this single-serving keto-friendly meal that’s packed with flavor and easy on the carbs!

Craving a tasty keto meal but don’t want to swim in a sea of leftovers? You’ve landed in the right spot, my carb-counting companion! Get ready for a mouth-watering, keto-friendly dish crafted just for you—no sharing required, unless you really, really have to. Stay tuned, because I’ve got all the juicy details you need to whip up a solo feast that’s low on carbs but high on flavor. Ready to dive in? Let’s get cooking!

About Keto Creamy Garlic Shrimp

Dive into a world of flavor with Keto Creamy Garlic Shrimp! This delightful dish features juicy shrimp swimming in a creamy garlic sauce that’s rich enough to make even a keto dieter blush. Perfect for a solo culinary adventure, it’s fancy enough to impress yourself but easy enough for a Tuesday night.– Cooking Method: Sautéing – Prep Time: 10 minutes – Cook Time: 15 minutes – Cuisine Type: Fusion

Ingredients

• 8 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/2 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a kick!)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Cooking Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Add the shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
3. Reduce heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet, cooking until fragrant (30 seconds).
4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, allowing it to thicken slightly (about 2 minutes).
5. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, butter, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes, and cook until the sauce thickens (about 3-4 minutes).
6. Return the shrimp to the skillet, coating them in the creamy sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy!

Suggestions

• Alternative ingredients: Substitute the shrimp with chicken breast or tofu for a different protein.
• Garnishing options: Add a sprinkle of freshly grated lemon zest for an extra burst of freshness.
• Cooking tips: For a thicker sauce, let the cream reduce longer, but watch it like a hawk to avoid burning.
• Fun twist: Pair with spiralized zucchini noodles (zoodles) or cauliflower rice to keep it keto-friendly!