Keto Orange Peel Shrimp
This keto orange peel shrimp is inspired by P.F. Chang’s, with tender shrimp coated in a sweet and savory orange sauce. Orange extract and a brown sugar substitute give the sauce plenty of citrus flavor while keeping it low carb.
Servings: 4
Calories: 173kcal
Ingredients
Keto Orange Sauce
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- 2 tsp Orange Extract
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1 tbsp Unseasoned Rice Vinegar Unseasoned
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce or Coconut Aminos. You can add up to 1 more additional tbsp of soy sauce or coconut aminos at the end if you wish.
- ⅓ cup Keto Brown Sugar Replacement
- 1 tbsp Pure Sesame Oil optional
- 1 tsp Ground Ginger
- ¼ tsp Xanthan Gum
Easy Shrimp
- 1 lb Shrimp
Instructions
- Add the chicken broth, orange extract, garlic, rice vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar replacement, sesame oil, and ground ginger to a skillet over medium heat. Whisk to combine and bring the sauce to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 10 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly and bring the flavors together.
- Slowly whisk in the xanthan gum. Continue cooking over medium-low heat for 5–10 minutes, or until the sauce thickens enough to coat the shrimp.
- Add the raw shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 1–2 minutes per side, just until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Spoon the shrimp and orange sauce over keto fried rice or serve with your favorite low-carb vegetable side.
Notes
- Frozen shrimp: Thaw completely and drain well before cooking so extra water doesn’t thin the sauce.
- Xanthan gum: Whisk it in gradually. A small amount goes a long way, and the sauce will continue to thicken as it cooks.
- Soy sauce: Taste the finished sauce and add up to 1 additional tablespoon of soy sauce or coconut aminos if you want a more savory flavor.
- Sesame oil: This is optional, but it adds a deeper toasted sesame flavor.
- Don’t overcook the shrimp: Remove the skillet from the heat once the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
Nutrition
Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 286mg | Sodium: 1174mg | Potassium: 214mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 175mg | Iron: 3mg
