Keto Fried Shrimp - Stylish Cravings Easy Recipes (2024)

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This Keto fried shrimp recipe makes a delicious appetizer or snack! Scroll down for the tasty keto shrimp recipe you’ll be making over and over again!

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Shrimp is an excellent source of protein and perfect to toss into salads, stir fry with rice, in tacos or even added to soups! Pair this crispy battered shrimp with low carb veggies chips, or with a side of cauliflower mashed potatoes, cauliflower mac, and cheese or even with this low carb mushroom cauliflower rice!

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More Keto recipes you’ll love:

Four Ingredient Keto Pizza Casserole
Egg Roll In A Bowl
Keto Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter Cookies

This Keto crispy battered fried shrimp recipe also makes a great appetizer! Serve with a Keto friendly chipotle sauce, sugar-free ketchup or even hot sauce!.

Quick & Easy to Make!

In less than 20 minutes you too can whip up this crispy batter shrimp that everyone will love! Tip: you can use the same seasoning and ingredients to also make crispy chicken tenders or onions rings!

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Keto Crispy Battered Fried Shrimp

Below is the complete list of ingredients that you’ll need to make this recipe. Exact measurements are in the printable recipe card below.

Ingredients:

Large tail on shrimp (peeled and deveined)
Oil of your choice for frying or an air fryer
Almond flour
Plain unsweetened almond milk
Eggs
Paprika & Garlic powder
Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil of your choice in a deep skillet over medium-high heat on the stove. If you are using an air fryer instead, preheat it now if required.

2. Clean and wash your shrimp, but leave the tails on.

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3. In a bowl, mix together the almond flour, egg, unsweetened almond milk, garlic powder, paprika, and salt and pepper until well combined. Be sure that you do not grab flavored almond milk. You want it to be plain and unsweetened.

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4. When the oil is heated and ready, hold the shrimp by the tail, and dip into the batter to coat well. Do not be afraid to apply a thick coating to the shrimp, some of it will float off in the oil when you cook them.

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5. Place the shrimp carefully into the oil, only cook a few shrimp at a time so that they are not overcrowded. Cook for 3-5 minutes until golden brown on the outside and opaque in the center.

6. Repeat the dipping and frying process for the remaining shrimp.

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7. Serve with your choice of keto-friendly dipping sauce, a fresh salad or other low carb side.

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Keto Crispy Battered Fried Fish

Keto crispy fried fish is a delicious low carb recipe that's coated in almond flour, unsweetened almond milk, and a few other Keto ingredients to make this crunchy shrimp recipe!

KeywordKeto crispy battered fried fish

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 18 minutes

Servings 6

Calories 351 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2poundsLarge tail on shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • Oil of your choice for frying or an air fryer
  • 1cupAlmond flour
  • 1/2 cupPlain unsweetened almond milk
  • 1Egg
  • 1tspPaprika
  • 1 tspGarlic
  • Salt & Pepper

Instructions

  1. 1.Heat the oil of your choice in a deep skillet over medium-high heat on the stove. If you are using an air fryer instead, preheat it now if required.

    2.Clean and wash your shrimp, but leave the tails on.

    3.In a bowl, mix together the almond flour, egg, unsweetened almond milk, garlic powder, paprika and salt and pepper until well combined. Be sure that you do not grab flavored almond milk. You want it to be plain and unsweetened.

    4.When the oil is heated and ready, hold the shrimp by the tail, and dip into the batter to coat well. Do not be afraid to apply a thick coating to the shrimp, some of it will float off in the oil when you cook them.

    5.Place the shrimp carefully into the oil, only cooke a few shrimp at a time so that they are not overcrowded. Cook for 3-5 minutes until golden brown on the outside and opaque in the center.

    6.Repeat the dipping and frying process for the remaining shrimp.

    7.Serve with your choice of keto-friendly dipping sauce, a fresh salad or other low carb side.

Recipe Notes

Calories: 351
Net Carbs: 4 Net Carbs Per Serving

The nutritional information for this recipe is calculated as a courtesy and is an approximate only. I cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipes on this site.

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FAQs

Why do you dip the shrimp in egg prior to adding the breadcrumb coating? ›

"Beat some eggs first, dip the shrimp in them, then in the breading with more or less shredded coconut. Then fry." You see, eggs are your sticking agent. It's not the yolk, with its rich, soft, smooth texture.

Can I eat cooked shrimp on keto? ›

If you're following a keto diet, shrimp is keto-friendly, virtually carb-free, and very low in fat and calories. Healthy, clean proteins like shrimp make it painless to limit carbs, and the low fat and calorie counts mean you can manage weight while feeling full and enjoying fantastic meals.

How do I get breading to stick to my shrimp? ›

tip to keep in mind so your crunchy coating stays on your seafood. After you mix together all the ingredients for your coating, make sure to pat your shrimp dry before you dip them in your flour dredge, egg, and breading or batter mixture.

What is the best oil for deep frying shrimp? ›

What Kind of Oil is Best for Fried Shrimp? Peanut Oil is the best. It has a high smoke point and provides great flavor for deep frying. Vegetable Oil or canola oil also works well.

How many shrimp can I eat on keto? ›

A three-ounce serving of raw shrimp contains 0.2 grams of net carbs, so you can eat shrimp on a ketogenic diet. You also won't have to restrict your intake as the carb content is almost nonexistent.

When should you not eat cooked shrimp? ›

Cooked shrimp lasts for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.

When reheating leftover shrimp, it's best to use a low temperature to avoid the rubbery texture shrimp can get when overcooked.

Do you have to dip chicken in egg before breadcrumbs? ›

First, the raw chicken is lightly coated in flour, which absorbs excess moisture and helps the next layer adhere. Second, the chicken is dipped in beaten egg. And third, the cutlet is coated in fresh breadcrumbs, which cling evenly to both sides thanks to the coating of egg.

Why dip in egg before flour? ›

It's the flour that will bind the two together and keep your breading where you want it to be – on the food. The egg (or buttermilk) is the next step and it works as the glue between the flour and the crumbs. The crumbs can't hold onto the flour, so it's the egg in between that keep the two together.

Why does the breading fall off shrimp? ›

If the breading falls off your shrimp while frying, it could be because the coating was too thick or the oil temperature was too low.

What can I use instead of egg to dip chicken in before breading? ›

THE BOTTOM LINE: We recommend using heavy cream when breading foods if you cannot use eggs. CREAM IS BEST: If you can't use eggs, use heavy cream to hold breading in place.

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