Keto Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus Recipe
This Keto Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus is a quick, delicious, and low-carb dish that’s packed with flavor. Perfect for busy nights, this meal will satisfy your cravings while keeping you on track with your keto lifestyle.
Equipment
- Large skillet or pan
- Tongs
- Garlic Press
- Measuring Spoons and Cups
- Cutting board and knife
Ingredients
- Shrimp: 1 lb peeled and deveined
- Asparagus: 1 bunch trimmed
- Butter: 3 tablespoons
- Garlic: 4 cloves minced
- Lemon: 1 juiced and zested
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Salt & pepper: To taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes: Optional
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Mince garlic, zest lemon, cut asparagus, and pat shrimp dry.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook asparagus for 4-5 minutes, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, add garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Stir in asparagus, lemon zest, and juice, then season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Toss everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Plate and serve immediately!