Treat yourself to a delicious Old Bay recipe for shrimp. You will love the tender shrimp seasoned just right! Just add a salad for a low carb feast the whole family will love.
This recipe originally published June 2014, now updated with new images, cooking tips and FAQs.
Since seafood contains mainly protein, it make a great low carb meal. Especially when you are looking for something different and out of the routine. How about a steamed shrimp recipe for a low carb, tasty meal?
Shrimp are high protein and low fat and, when boiled, will make a delicious entree or salad. I used Old Bay lower sodium seasoning but feel free to use your favorite shrimp seasoning. Don't forget the cocktail sauce!
Why this recipe works
- We are using fresh or frozen shell on gulf shrimp for best quality.
- Old Bay Seasoning adds the perfect amount of flavor-choose lower sodium if desired.
RELATED RECIPES:
How to make this recipe:
- Begin by preparing the Old Bay seasoning for shrimp boil in a large pot. Follow the directions on the seasoning label for best results.
- Cook and drain shrimp per label directions.
- Serve shrimp warm or chilled.
Expert Tips:
- Use a heavy pot large enough for the seasoning mixture and added shrimp.
- Serve shrimp warm or you may prepare this recipe a earlier in the day and serve the shrimp chilled.
Looking for more low carb recipes? Check out these ideas!
- 10 Diabetes Friendly Snacks
- 19 diabetes low carb meals you can (almost) make without a recipe
- 26 More Diabetes Low Carb Meals You Can (Almost) Make Without A Recipe
Did you make this Old Bay Recipe for Shrimp? Please leave your star rating below!
Recipe
Old Bay Recipe for Shrimp
Ingredients
- 3 pounds shrimp shell on
- Shrimp Boil low sodium old bay seasoning
- Lemons
Instructions
- In a large stock pot, prepare shrimp boil per directions on label.
- Add cut lemons to shrimp boil if desired.
- Add shrimp and cook per label directions. Drain shrimp.
- Serve shrimp either warm or chilled with favorite cocktail sauce or hot sauce.
Notes
Expert Tips:
- Use a heavy pot large enough for the seasoning mixture and added shrimp.
- Serve shrimp warm or you may prepare this recipe a earlier in the day and serve the shrimp chilled.
Leave a Reply