Keto Creamy Garlic Shrimp (Printable Version)

Shrimp in a rich garlic cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, served on zucchini noodles.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

02 - 4 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
03 - 1.5 cups fresh baby spinach
04 - 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes, not in oil, sliced
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

06 - 0.5 cup heavy cream
07 - 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Pantry & Seasonings

09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
10 - 0.5 teaspoon salt, or to taste
11 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 0.5 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
13 - 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

→ Garnish

14 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
15 - Extra grated Parmesan cheese for serving

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt, pepper, and half the Italian herbs.
02 - Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
03 - Add shrimp and cook 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
04 - In the same skillet, add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.
06 - Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until cheese melts and sauce thickens slightly.
07 - Add spinach and cook until just wilted, approximately 1 minute.
08 - Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in sauce.
09 - Add zucchini noodles and toss gently until just warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes. Avoid overcooking to prevent sogginess.
10 - Season with additional salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
11 - Serve immediately, garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes indulgent enough for date night but comes together faster than ordering takeout.
  • The zucchini noodles soak up that luxurious cream sauce without any of the carb guilt.
  • One pan means one cleanup, which feels like a miracle when you're hungry.
02 -
  • Never skip drying the shrimp—moisture is the enemy of a proper sear, and a steamed shrimp tastes like disappointment.
  • The zucchini noodles must be added last and cooked only until warm, otherwise they release water and dilute your beautiful sauce.
  • Use fresh garlic, not jarred—it makes a flavor difference you'll taste in every bite.
03 -
  • Buy the largest shrimp you can find—they look impressive plated and cook evenly without overcooking while you wait for smaller ones to finish.
  • Keep your ingredients prepped before you start cooking because this comes together so fast that scrambling for a knife mid-recipe will throw off your timing.
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