This recipe for Low-Carb Spicy Baked Shrimp is a family pleaser. These shrimp come out tender and flavorful and the recipe is super easy to make. This shrimp recipe can work for those on low-carb, keto, Atkins, gluten-free, or dairy free diets.
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The recipe for Low-Carb Spicy Baked Shrimp
One thing I love about this recipe is that it’s easy peasy to make! Just mix up the marinade, add the shrimp, relax while the flavors soak in, then bake! So simple!
I like to mix up the marinade in the baking dish. That way, it saves on clean-up because it’s a one pan meal.
If you would like to make the marinade ahead of time, that’s perfectly fine. Wait to add the cilantro and the shrimp until you’re ready to use it. Just refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
If you make the marinade ahead of time, you may notice some of the olive oil solidifies. Don’t worry about this as it’s normal for part of the olive oil to solidify when chilled.
To use the refrigerated marinade, allow it to warm up for 10-15 minutes on the counter, the whisk it and pour it in the baking dish. Proceed with the recipe as written.
The inspiration
This recipe was inspired by a recipe from Epicurious that I’ve been making for years. I really loved this recipe, but since I’m eating keto these days, I haven’t been able to make it as it contains honey which makes the carbs really add up in this recipe.
Since I enjoy this dish so much, I decided to alter it to fit my needs and the needs of my followers. To do this, I first substituted the honey with a sugar-free replacement.
As I was making the recipe, however, I realized that many cajun seasoning blends also contain a lot of sugar. Because of this, I decided to add my own seasoning blend.
How to serve Keto Spicy Baked Shrimp
This keto-friendly version of Spicy Baked Shrimp pairs well with a simple side salad. A low-carb blue cheese dressing or ranch dressing would complement the spicy flavors wonderfully.
I like to serve these shrimp over some cauliflower rice that has been cooked in butter and seasoned with salt. I nest the shrimp over top and pour some of the pan drippings over to season the cauliflower rice.
These shrimp would also be wonderful served over some cooked zucchini noodles. You could toss them in some of the cooked marinade, or pour some overtop to add extra flavor. A few chunks of blue cheese on top would add some delightful contrast, if you’re a stinky cheese lover like I am.
My keto-friendly sour cream biscuits, or the cheddar chive variation would work well with this recipe as well.
How to tell when shrimp are done
One thing I love about preparing shrimp is that it’s so easy to tell when it’s done.
When shrimp is cooked through, it changes from having a translucent to opaque. Another change to look for is a color change from gray tones to white and salmon-pink .
Be sure not to overcook the shrimp. Overcooked shrimp are rubbery and dry.
Final words
This shrimp recipe is such an easy way to feed the whole family. Enjoy!
Annissa
This recipe for Low-Carb Spicy Baked Shrimp is a family pleaser. These shrimp come out tender and flavorful and the recipe is super easy to make. 🍤😋🍴
Low-Carb Spicy Baked Shrimp
This recipe for Low-Carb Spicy Baked Shrimp is a family pleaser. These shrimp come out tender and flavorful and the recipe is super easy to make. This shrimp recipe can work for those on low-carb, keto, Atkins, gluten-free, or dairy free diets.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar-free honey
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium gluten-free soy sauce or Tamari sauce (coconut aminos may be substituted)
- 1 clove garlic crushed
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (or more, if desired)
- 1/2 teaspooon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
- 1 pound uncooked large shrimp peeled, deveined
Instructions
In a 9 X 13 baking dish, mix together the olive oil, honey replacement, lemon juice, soy sauce, garlic, paprika, sea salt, onion powder, oregano, red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and cilantro.
Stir in shrimp and be sure to coat them completely with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours. About 15 minutes before baking preheat oven to 450º Fahrenheit.
Bake until shrimp is cooked through completely, stirring once or twice
Recipe Notes
Net Carbs per serving: 3 grams (The carbs in this recipe will vary depending on which honey substitute you use. We used Pyure Harmless Honey which is fiber based.
Can you tell me how long the shrimp need to bake in the 450 oven? I’m making this recipe tonight. Looks delicious!
It takes about 10 minutes. You’ll want to bake them until the shrimp are opaque throughout.
-Annissa
Please tell me exactly what product to use to replace honey.
Allie,
I use Pyure Harmless Hunny as my honey replacement these days.
-Annissa
Is the honey necessary? I don’t like honey or sweetness in my savoury dishes…..or a suitable replacement ?
You could probably leave out the low-carb honey substitute if you don’t like sweetness in your savory dishes.
-Annissa