Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
This Chili-Lime Shrimp recipe is a fiery, citrusy delight that’s both keto-friendly and incredibly quick to prepare. Stir-fried with chili flakes, cayenne pepper, and a tangy, sweet chili-lime glaze, it's the perfect weeknight dinner or appetizer for anyone craving bold flavors with minimal carbs.
Ingredients
- 1½ lb. raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp chili flakes
- 5 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2–3 tbsp water
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tbsp oil (avocado or olive oil preferred)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together chili flakes, sweet chili sauce, cayenne pepper, and 2–3 tablespoons of water. Set aside.
- Heat a non-stick saucepan over medium-high heat for 2 minutes.
- Add oil to the pan and swirl to coat the bottom and sides. Heat for another minute.
- Add shrimp and stir-fry for about 5 minutes or until pink and cooked through.
- Lightly season with salt and pepper.
- Pour in the sweet chili mixture and toss the shrimp to coat well.
- Turn off the heat and drizzle lime juice over the shrimp. Toss again to combine.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 306
- Fats: 19.8 g
- Carbohydrates: 1.7 g
- Proteins: 34.9 g
Why You'll Love This Dish
- Quick and Easy: Done in just 15 minutes.
- Keto-Approved: Only 1.7g carbs per serving.
- Full of Flavor: A perfect balance of spice and citrus tang.
- High Protein: Nearly 35g of protein per serving.
Serving Suggestions
- Pair with cauliflower rice or zoodles for a complete low-carb meal.
- Serve as a spicy appetizer at your next party or gathering.