Keto Brazilian Shrimp Stew (Moqueca de Camaroes)
This Keto Brazilian Shrimp Stew recipe is my low carb version of the classic Moqueca de Camaroes. It is so incredibly delicious with a creamy coconut and tomato base, plump juicy shrimp, jalapeno, all brightened up with fresh lemon juice. It is easy to make but perfect for any occasion from a fancy get together with friends to a quiet dinner at home with family!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 to 2 jalapenos seeded and minced (start with one if you aren't spice lovers like we are)
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups riced cauliflower I buy frozen riced cauliflower at Costco
- 1 tbsp Organic onion powder
- Pink sea salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 6 cups of water
- 1 15-ounce can unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp shelled and cut in half horizontally
- 1/2 lemon juiced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a large pot or dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat.
- Add the bell pepper, jalapeno, and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add the rice, salt, pepper, tomatoes, and water to the pot. Bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes.
- Stir the coconut milk into the soup.
- Bring back to a simmer and then add the shrimp.
- Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are done, about 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice, and cilantro.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
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Nutrition
Calories: 166kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 24gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 183mgSodium: 153mgPotassium: 537mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 649IUVitamin C: 59mgCalcium: 96mgIron: 1mg
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