This is the tastiest way to make shrimp! Keto garlic shrimp au gratin is super cheesy and topped with pork rind crumbs.
Keto Au Gratin
Hey cheese-lovers, this one is for you! If you can’t get enough of alfredo or cheese-covered dishes, then you’ve got to make this rich and creamy shrimp dish.
Have you heard of au gratin recipes? Most people have heard of au gratin potatoes.
Well, the idea for this shrimp recipe is pretty similar.
Au gratin is a French word that describes any dish that is sprinkled with bread crumbs or grated cheese and then browned. It’s usually baked, but I’ve seen au gratin recipes made in the air fryer or even on the stove and then broiled.
This shrimp au gratin is baked with a crispy topping that keeps the cheese sauce nice and hot.
Shrimp Au Gratin
From Keto Broccoli and Cauliflower Au Gratin With Sausage to Keto Au Gratin Brussels Sprouts and even Keto Cabbage Au Gratin, There is no denying how delicious baking veggies with cheese can be.
This time, I replaced the veggies with some tender shrimp, and the results were even better!
This keto shrimp has a distinct flavor that will take your tastebuds on a journey. The combination of basil, garlic, and nutmeg give it an amazing aroma that will make you want to dig in with a fork as soon as you take it out of the oven!
Keto Garlic Shrimp
Even though you can usually swap out garlic powder or garlic salt for fresh garlic, in this case I suggest only using fresh garlic. You want that flavor and aroma to be strong.
Otherwise, it will taste like mostly cream and cheese.
I also suggest mincing fresh basil if you have it but the basil isn’t as important as the garlic. You can use either fresh or dried basil in this recipe.
What To Eat With Shrimp
Keto garlic shrimp au gratin is a classic Italian recipe, so to make a full meal for your family you just have to add a few sides. Start out with a salad!
How To Store Cooked Shrimp
This cheesy keto shrimp au gratin is a perfect thing to add to your weekly meal prep. Store a serving of it in your meal prep airtight container. Keep it in the refrigerator for up to three days.
In that time, the cream and cheese might harden a bit. All you have to do is heat it up in the microwave or on the stove and the sauce will melt again.
Keto Garlic Shrimp Au Gratin Recipe
Below are the ingredients (and step by step pictures) that you’ll need to make this keto garlic shrimp au gratin recipe. Exact measurements and instructions are in the printable recipe card, just a little further below.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Net Carbs: 3 net carbs per serving
Ingredients:
- Large shrimp peeled and deveined with tails removed
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Butter
- Onion chopped
- Minced garlic
- Basil
- Pinch nutmeg
- Heavy whipping cream
- Parmesan cheese grated
- Shredded monterey jack cheese
- Crushed pork rind crumbs
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat.
Season the shrimp with salt and pepper to taste, and sear the shrimp until just cooked through.
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the onions, and saute until they have softened. Mix in the garlic, basil and nutmeg. Saute for 30 seconds.
Pour in the heavy whipping cream, and simmer until thickened.
Stir in ½ cup of parmesan cheese and monterey jack cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Pour the sauce over the shrimp, and layer into a well greased baking dish.
Combine the remaining parmesan and pork rind crumbs in a bowl. Sprinkle the mixture over the shrimp.
Bake for 25 minutes.
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Keto Garlic Shrimp au Gratin
This is the tastiest way to make shrimp! Keto garlic shrimp au gratin is super cheesy and topped with pork rind crumbs.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds Large Shrimp peeled and deveined with tails removed
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp Butter
- 1/2 Onion Chopped
- 3 tsp Minced Garlic
- 1 tsp Basil
- 1 pinch Nutmeg
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated (plus 1/4 cup)
- 1 1/2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
- 1/4 cup Crushed Pork Rind Crumbs
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
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Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat.
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Season the shrimp with salt and pepper to taste, and sear the shrimp until just cooked through.
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In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Stir in the onions, and saute until they have softened.
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Mix in the garlic, basil and nutmeg. Saute for 30 seconds.
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Pour in the heavy whipping cream, and simmer until thickened.
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Stir in ½ cup of parmesan cheese and monterey jack cheese.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Pour the sauce over the shrimp, and layer into a well greased baking dish.
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Combine the remaining parmesan and pork rind crumbs in a bowl.
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Sprinkle the mixture over the shrimp.
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Bake for 25 minutes.
Recipe Notes
Calories: 275 Net Carbs: 3 Net Carbs Per Serving
The nutritional information for this recipe is calculated as a courtesy and is an approximate only. I cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipes on this site.
Keto Shrimp Recipes
While I can’t promise that you’ll ever top this keto garlic shrimp au gratin recipe, you should give these keto shrimp recipes a try next. There are so many different ways to cook shrimp.
