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.
So instead of regular flour we use almond flour? Seems odd but I guess it works.
Ain’t nobody got time for all this! Just fry ’em in regular batter! What’s the point?
I get it, but this recipe is for those who wanna keep it low carb! It’s a great twist on the classic fried shrimp.
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! 🦐
Tried this tonight—super crispy and the shrimp cooked up perfectly in those 2–3 minutes. The almond flour coating actually holds together. Will make again!
Tried this tonight—super crispy and the seasoning tastes legit. I used a little extra garlic powder and it was perfect.
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!
Couldn’t get them “golden brown” like the post says. They were more pale and kinda soft. Maybe my shrimp were too wet? I’m not sure.
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!
Mine stuck to the pan a bit, and I think my oil wasn’t hot enough. Otherwise flavor was great. Next time I’ll go a little hotter and not overcrowd the batches.
Totally hear you—almond flour can stick if the oil isn’t properly hot. Medium-high and don’t crowd the pan usually helps a lot. Glad the flavor still hit!
SUPER YUM! I’m not even on a keto diet but I loved it. Great flavor with the seasoning. 😋
Not sure about keto fried shrimp… almond flour gets kinda brown but not the same as regular breading. Flavor is ok but texture wasn’t totally there for me.
Totally hear you. Almond flour can toast/brown fast, but it doesn’t always crisp like regular breading. I’ve found frying a bit hotter and letting the coating “set” for a few seconds after egg helps, and a light dusting of extra almond flour right after dipping makes a difference.
DELICIOUS!!! Best shrimp I’ve ever made at home!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! It really is a game changer for keto meals. 👍
The instructions are straightforward, but I wish it said what temp the oil should be. I just guessed and it’s hard to nail.
These were AMAZING! Just like the ones I used to have at my favorite restaurant. Totally worth it!
Turned out super crispy! I used a little more garlic powder than it says and it still tasted amazing. Definitely making this again for game night.
I tried this and… mine got kinda soggy. Next time I’ll fry in smaller batches and make sure the oil is actually hot. Garlic powder doesn’t hurt tho 😅
Nice! Crispy shrimp with almond flour is the move. Did you use tails-on the whole time—still works great for presentation.
I was skeptical about almond flour frying, but it worked. Flavor is simple but solid—would love a squeeze of lemon though.
Totally agree—almond flour frying surprised me too. Mine stayed crispy as long as I didn’t overcrowd the pan. I also threw in a little lemon zest at the end and it really brightened it up.
I’ll be honest, almond flour can go kinda greasy if the oil temp is off. Did you let it get properly hot first? Lemon makes sense but I kinda skipped it and used hot sauce instead 😅
So easy and quick! I made them for my kids and they devoured it. Will definitely make again!
I messed up and used pre-cooked shrimp… not the recipe’s fault, but it got rubbery. Next time I’ll follow instructions with fresh shrimp.
I accidentally used too much paprika and they turned out spicier than I thought 😅 but still good.
Barely browned for me and the crust fell off when I flipped. Maybe my oil temp was low? I’m not sure. Would try again with a thermometer.
Not bad, but I’ve had better. I think next time I’ll try with coconut flour instead.
I dont know about almond flour, i used regular flour by mistake and they was soggy. 🤷♂️
Yum!
Sounds good but mine never gets “golden brown” with almond flour—more like pale. Do I need hotter oil or more paprika? Also 1/2 cup almond flour seems like a lot for a pound shrimp.
Yum indeed 😋 The almond flour makes it nice and crispy without the carbs. I add a squeeze of lemon and it’s perfect.
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.
Really solid recipe. Simple ingredients, quick cook, and it tastes like actual fried shrimp (not just “keto-ish”).
Too much oil! My whole kitchen was slippery. Watch out!
I totally get you! Too much oil can be a pain. Maybe try using less next time? Just a thought!
Almond flour? Can we just use regular flour? Struggling with keto.
You really need almond flour for keto. Regular flour has too many carbs! Trust me, it’s worth it.
Yum! I used coconut oil instead of regular oil and they were delish!
I tried this and my shrimp fell apart! What did I do wrong? 🤔
Finally a keto shrimp recipe that actually sounds crispy. The almond flour coating + paprika/garlic is a great combo. I’ll try this with a quick garlic aioli!
These were amazing! My whole family loved them. Will definitely make again.
Um, this sounds good but my cousin said shrimp is bad for cholesterol? What do you think?
Yum! 2 words: so crispy.
This is not how my grandma made shrimp. She used breadcrumbs! This almond flour stuff is just nonsense.
I ran out of almond flour so I used crushed pork rinds (don’t judge). It was good but not the same. Recipe still deserves credit.
I think paprika + garlic is a great combo. I’m giving it 4 because the crispness could’ve been better, but my pan temperature might’ve been off.
Easy recipe. I added some cayenne for spicy! Could be good for a party, but still miss good ol’ breaded shrimp.
So easy to make! Plus, they were super crispy. Perfect for my keto diet! 🥳
Looks good but shrimp expensive where I live. 😒
These were amazing! Crispy and full of flavor. Definitely making again!
So glad you liked them! I made them last week and my whole family devoured them too! 👍
I tried this recipe and it didn’t turn out that great… maybe I did something wrong?? 🤔
Tried this recipe but my shrimp came out soggy. What did I do wrong? 🤔
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.
Pretty good, but my coating fell off a bit. I think the oil wasn’t hot enough when I started frying in batches. Next time I’ll wait longer for it to really sizzle.
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 gonna lie, it was kinda bland until I dipped it in sauce. Maybe add some cayenne or extra garlic next time?
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!
Shrimp = gross, not worth it.
I totally get it! Shrimp ain’t for everyone. But for those who love it, this recipe sounds amazing! Can’t please everybody!
Gross?! How can you say that? Shrimp is delish! Maybe you should try it cooked a different way? But sure, it’s okay if you don’t like it.
I thought the seasoning would be too mild, but honestly it was balanced. The shrimp cooked fast—2-3 minutes each side was spot on for me.
Honestly, I think shrimp is overrated. But they cooked nicely, I guess.
I get that! Shrimp can be very hit or miss for some people. But cooked right, they can be pretty good! 🤷♂️
Too salty for me. Also why leave tails on? Kinda annoying when eating.
Idk why people say keto stuff is always “healthy” lol. It’s still fried. But flavor is good. My coating didn’t stick as well until I patted the shrimp dry.
Best keto shrimp ever! My whole family loved them, even my kids who don’t like shrimp usually.
So glad to hear that! It’s always great when kids enjoy something healthy. What dipping sauce did you use?
I’m not sure about this, fried shrimp should be breaded differently. Disappointed. 1 star.