Craving something crispy and satisfying on your keto journey? These keto fried shrimp are just the answer. Juicy on the inside and golden on the outside, they deliver the crunch you want without the carbs you don’t.
The secret lies in the breading. Instead of using flour or breadcrumbs, this recipe uses a mix of almond flour and grated Parmesan cheese, seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. This low-carb coating gets wonderfully crisp when fried, offering all the texture of classic fried shrimp but keeping things keto-approved.
Start with peeled and deveined shrimp, large or jumbo shrimp work best here. Pat them dry, dip them in beaten egg, then coat them in your almond-Parmesan mixture. Heat your oil (avocado oil or coconut oil are both great options for keto) and fry the shrimp until golden and crispy, just 2–3 minutes per side.
Once they’re cooked, lay the shrimp on a paper towel to drain any excess oil. Serve immediately with a side of sugar-free cocktail sauce, spicy mayo, or garlic aioli. These are perfect for dinner, as a party appetizer, or even tucked into lettuce wraps for a fun keto twist on shrimp tacos.
What makes this recipe even better is how fast it comes together. From prep to plate, you can have a hot batch ready in under 20 minutes. And since the ingredients are simple, it’s easy to whip up any night of the week.
If you’re meal prepping, you can bread the shrimp ahead of time and store them in the fridge until ready to fry. They taste just as good reheated in the air fryer or oven.
Whether you’re deep into keto or just cutting back on carbs, these fried shrimp hit the spot. Crispy, flavorful, and totally satisfying, they’re proof that eating low-carb doesn’t mean giving up your favorites, it just means making them smarter.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 eggs beaten
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails intact.
- In a bowl, combine the almond flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip each shrimp into the beaten eggs and then coat it in the almond flour mixture. Set aside.
- In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
- Fry the shrimp in batches for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the shrimp from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the keto fried shrimp hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
bad, burnt em all, didn’t realize oil needs to be hot… 😡
Burnt? How can you burn shrimp? Just cook ’em like 2 min each side, duh! Sounds like you just weren’t paying attention! 😒
I’m sorry to hear that! Maybe next time let the oil heat up longer before frying? It really makes a difference! 🦐
Yum!
Isn’t shrimp supposed to be fried in like bread crumbs? This almond flour seems weird.
That sounds delicious! Can’t wait to try this recipe.
Wow, these turned out amazing! Perfect crunch and flavor. Definitely making again!
Shrimp was crunchy, but I had no paprika so I used chili powder instead. Still good!
I tried this recipe but I don’t know if it’s just me, but it felt too greasy. Maybe less oil next time?
I think you might be right about the oil! I usually pat my shrimp dry before frying to help with that greasiness. Give it a try next time!
SUPER YUM! I’m not even on a keto diet but I loved it. Great flavor with the seasoning. 😋
These were AMAZING! Just like the ones I used to have at my favorite restaurant. Totally worth it!
Wow, I had no idea fried shrimp could be keto! Thanks for sharing! Gonna try it tonight!
Instructions were easy to follow. I added some cayenne pepper for heat.
This is not how my grandma made shrimp. She used breadcrumbs! This almond flour stuff is just nonsense.
Easy recipe. I added some cayenne for spicy! Could be good for a party, but still miss good ol’ breaded shrimp.
Looks good but shrimp expensive where I live. 😒
Keto, Shmeto! Shrimp are suppose to be grilled or steamed for best taste. Frying is unhealthy, smh.
I get your point, but frying can be done in a healthier way. Just gotta watch the oil temp!
Grilling is def the way to go! Can’t believe people fry shrimp, that’s just wrong.
Eh, was expecting more. Shrimp is shrimp! How can you even screw that up? But somehow, this was just okay.
Way too much salt! I could barely eat it. Maybe cut it in half.
I don’t really like shrimp, but my husband loved it. So 3 stars for him.
Why do people eat shrimp anyway? It’s just sea bugs. But I guess if he liked it, that’s what matters…
Glad your husband enjoyed it! Maybe next time you’ll like it too? You could try a different sauce!
Not bad, but I think the almond flour made them a bit too dense for my taste. I might try it with regular flour next time.
I totally get what you mean! Almond flour can be a bit heavy sometimes. Regular flour might give it a lighter crunch. Let me know how it turns out next time!
I used coconut flour instead of almond flour and it still worked. Great recipe!
These were AMAZING! So crispy and full of flavor! 10/10 would recommend!
Keto fried shrimp? Sounds like a trap 😂. But actually, they were really good!
This recipe is a keeper! My whole family loved it and it’s super easy.
Not sure if I did something wrong, but mine came out soggy. 😟
Soggy shrimp? That sounds gross. I think you must’ve messed up somewhere.
Don’t worry, it happens! Maybe the oil wasn’t hot enough? That can make them soggy.😅