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Keto Shrimp Scampi with Kelp Noodles – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Keto Shrimp Scampi with Kelp Noodles

A low-carb, keto-friendly shrimp scampi recipe that swaps traditional pasta for light, crisp kelp noodles. This fast, elegant, and satisfying 30-minute meal delivers all the decadent flavor of classic scampi without the carbs.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup (113 g / 4 oz) butter or macadamia nut oil
  • 1 tablespoon (15 g / 0.53 oz) Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) / 3-4 cloves chopped garlic
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 pound (450 g / 15.9 oz) medium raw shrimp, shell on recommended for flavor
  • 1 (12-ounce / 340g / 12 oz) bag kelp noodles
  • For easier eating, you can peel the shrimp before baking, leaving the tails on for a classic look. However, cooking with the shells on imparts a deeper, more robust flavor into the sauce.

Method
 

  1. Directions
  2. Prepare the kelp noodles according to the package directions. A thorough rinse is essential.
  3. Once prepared, place them in a large, beautiful serving dish and set aside.
  4. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
  5. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic, and parsley.
  6. Stir until the butter is completely melted and the are well combined.
  7. Remove from the heat.
  8. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in a shallow baking dish.
  9. Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the shrimp.
  10. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and cooked through. Be careful not to overcook them.
  11. Pour the entire contents of the baking dish—the shrimp and all of the delicious butter sauce—over the prepared kelp noodles.
  12. Toss gently and serve immediately.
  13. Rinse kelp noodles thoroughly under cold water to remove their natural briney scent. For a softer, more pasta-like texture, soak them in warm water with a splash of lemon juice for 10-15 minutes before using.
  14. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter sauce for a touch of heat, or a splash of dry white wine (like Pinot Grigio) for a more complex, traditional scampi flavor.
  15. Don't let any of that garlic butter sauce go to waste!
  16. Serve with keto-friendly garlic bread or a side of steamed asparagus for dipping.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 1.1gProtein: 24gFat: 24g

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