Keto Garlic Shrimp Au Gratin
This cheesy, creamy Keto Garlic Shrimp Au Gratin is a low-carb seafood masterpiece featuring tender shrimp, a rich garlic-basil cream sauce, and a crispy pork rind topping. Perfect for indulgent keto dinners without the guilt.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds large shrimp peeled, deveined, tails removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese divided
- 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
- 1/2 cup crushed pork rind crumbs
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Sear Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then sear for 1–2 minutes per side until just pink. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft (3–4 minutes). Add garlic, basil, and nutmeg. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Make Cream Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in 1/2 cup parmesan and all the Monterey jack cheese. Mix until smooth. Season to taste.
- Assemble Dish: Place shrimp in the prepared baking dish. Pour the cream sauce evenly over the shrimp.
- Add Topping: In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 cup parmesan with crushed pork rinds. Sprinkle mixture over the dish.
- Bake: Bake for 25 minutes until top is golden and sauce is bubbling.
Notes
Use fresh garlic and fresh basil for best flavor.
Avoid overcooking shrimp; they continue cooking in the oven.
For meal prep: store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on stovetop or in microwave.
Sauce may separate when reheated—just stir gently to restore creaminess.