Paleo Shrimp in Creamy Sauce
Indulge in the rich, dairy-free elegance of Paleo Shrimp in Creamy Sauce, a wholesome dish that’s perfect for satisfying your seafood cravings while staying true to your clean eating goals. This quick and easy recipe highlights tender, perfectly seared shrimp simmered in a luscious, creamy coconut milk-based sauce infused with garlic, lemon juice, and nutritional yeast for a savory, cheesy flavor without dairy. Thickened with arrowroot for that perfect velvety texture, the sauce is seasoned to perfection with a dash of optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Garnished with fresh parsley, this gluten-free, paleo-friendly recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests. Serve over zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, or your favorite Paleo sides for a satisfying and healthy meal that’s bursting with flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a large skillet, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, pour in the coconut milk and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.
Whisk in the lemon juice and nutritional yeast, and season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot powder with 2 tablespoons of water to form a slurry. Slowly add this slurry to the skillet, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss them in the sauce to coat well.
Sprinkle the dish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve immediately with zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, or your favorite Paleo side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
882 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.8 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 1738 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 116.1 g | 232% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 378 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1772 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
