When chicken sounds boring and dinner needs a change, shrimp gives you plenty of options.
These 17 keto shrimp recipes range from cheesy garlic gratin and sizzling sausage skillets to crisp salads, coconut-coated shrimp, and bite-sized appetizers.
You’ll find our recipes first, followed by more ideas from other recipe creators.
Each entry links to the full recipe so you can check the ingredients, instructions, and serving size before cooking.
Before You Choose Your Shrimp Recipe
Keep the sides low carb: try zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, a leafy salad, or roasted vegetables instead of regular pasta or rice.
Check sausage, bottled sauces, and seasonings for added sugar.
For the foil packs below, omit the optional honey; for the breaded recipes, stick with the low-carb coating rather than flour or cornstarch substitutions.
Carb counts vary by recipe, brand, portion, and any changes you make.
Use the original recipe’s nutrition information as a starting point rather than assuming every option has the same carb count.
17 Keto Shrimp Recipes to Try
Keto Garlic Shrimp Gratin
Garlic butter, cream, and a golden cheese topping turn shrimp into a cozy baked dinner. Try this gratin when you want something richer than a simple skillet, and serve it with a green salad or roasted vegetables.
Keto Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skillet
This Cajun-seasoned skillet brings shrimp and sausage together with zucchini, peppers, and tomatoes. It’s a colorful one-pan option for dinner; choose a sausage without added sugar to keep the ingredients in line with your goals.
Keto Shrimp and Sausage Skillet
For a different take on shrimp and sausage, this skillet adds spinach, zucchini, lemon, and a smoky paprika-and-cayenne seasoning. It makes a satisfying dinner without a separate pot of pasta or rice.
Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles
Zucchini noodles catch the lemon-garlic butter sauce while the shrimp cook quickly. This is a good choice for pasta-style comfort without regular noodles, especially when you want a lighter dinner with plenty of vegetables.
Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs
These foil packs tuck shrimp and broccoli into individual portions with garlic, lemon, and butter or olive oil. Omit the optional honey in the original recipe to keep this version low carb.
Keto Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp
Thin bacon wraps around seasoned shrimp for a bite-sized appetizer with a crisp, savory finish. Serve them at a gathering or pair them with vegetables for dinner; use sugar-free barbecue sauce if you choose the optional glaze.
Coconut Shrimp
Unsweetened shredded coconut and coconut flour create a crisp coating without regular breadcrumbs. Wholesome Yum offers oven, air-fryer, and stovetop options, so you can choose the method that suits your kitchen. Recipe from Wholesome Yum.
Bang Bang Shrimp
A creamy, spicy sauce coats shrimp with an almond-flour, coconut-flour, and whey-based crust. Stick with the low-carb coating and sugar-free sauce version rather than the cornstarch or regular honey substitutions. Recipe from Wholesome Yum.
Keto Shrimp and Sausage Gumbo
Shrimp and andouille sausage simmer in a Cajun-style broth thickened without a traditional flour roux. Serve this gumbo over cauliflower rice, and check the original serving-size nutrition before planning your portion. Recipe from Low Carb Yum.
Smoked Shrimp
Garlic, herbs, olive oil, and ghee give these shrimp a flavorful base before they go into a smoker or onto a grill with indirect heat. Try them as an appetizer or alongside a simple salad. Recipe from Cook Eat Well.
Creamy Shrimp Salad
Cooked shrimp, celery, red onion, and a lemony mayonnaise dressing make a cool alternative to a hot skillet dinner. Spoon the salad into lettuce cups instead of serving it on bread. Recipe from Cook Eat Well.
Chimichurri Grilled Shrimp
Parsley, garlic, lemon, and olive oil make a lively chimichurri for grilled shrimp. This option is especially handy when you want a dairy-free main with a bright, herby finish. Recipe from Cook Eat Well.
Roasted Shrimp Cocktail
Roasting adds flavor to a classic shrimp cocktail without a breaded coating. Use the source’s homemade sugar-free cocktail sauce rather than a sweet bottled version for a low-carb appetizer. Recipe from Cook Eat Well.
Blackened Shrimp
A homemade blackened seasoning gives these skillet shrimp a bold, smoky-spicy crust. Adjust the heat to taste and serve them with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or a crisp salad. Recipe from Noshtastic.
Shrimp with Cauliflower Grits
Cauliflower takes the place of corn grits beneath Cajun-seasoned shrimp. Butter or ghee and garlic make the base creamy, giving you a Southern-inspired dinner without traditional grits. Recipe from 40 Aprons.
Creamy Tuscan Shrimp
Shrimp, spinach, and tomatoes come together in a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce. Skip the pasta or rice serving suggestions and pair it with zucchini noodles or vegetables instead. Recipe from Diethood.
Shrimp Avocado Salad
Cajun-seasoned shrimp, creamy avocado, and crisp vegetables make a fresh bowl with a zesty dressing. Choose this salad when you want a change from cheese-heavy dinners. Recipe from Wholesome Yum.