Blackened Shrimp

blackened keto shrimps in a cast-iron skillet

Blackened Shrimp is a flavor-packed, but quick protein to whip up for tacos, grain bowls, or salads. Flavored with a dry spice mix and blacked in a skillet, this is a fast weeknight dinner.

Course Easy Dinner Ideas

Cuisine American

Keyword Blackened Shrimp

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 225kcal

Author Elizabeth Briskin

Equipment

"Lodge Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet with Scrub Brush- 10.25 inches Cast Iron Frying Pan With 10 inch Bristle Brush "
Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls (Set of 6) Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set - Easy To Clean, Nesting Bowls for Space Saving Storage, Great for Cooking, Baking, Prepping
Pyrex Glass Measuring Cup Set (3-Piece, Microwave and Oven Safe),Clear
Measuring Cups and Magnetic Measuring Spoons Set

Ingredients

2 tablespoon Swerve brown
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon onion powder
½ tablespoon garlic powder
1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

In a bowl, combine the Swerve, oregano, paprika, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, and garlic powder.
In a mixing bowl, toss the shrimp with the olive oil.
Sprinkle the shrimp with the spice mix. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly.
Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the skillet is hot, add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 3 minutes per side or until opaque in color.
Transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate as soon as they’re cooked.
Serve with Keto Tortillas

Notes

If you cannot find brown Swerve you can use any kind of low-carb sweetener, except the Erythritol. It has a minty aftertaste that will not pair with the shrimp.

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