This basic Chinese recipe for Keto Shrimp and Cabbage Stir Fry is a low carb meal that you can throw together in less than 25 minutes.
"Well I...had...the time of my life. And I never felt that way before." - Dirty Dancing
I'm just eating some Keto Shrimp and Cabbage Stir Fry and catching up on the old Facebook. Someone just posted the famous dance scene from Dirty Dancing, so now I've got that tune stuck in my head. It's a classic scene though, and I thoroughly enjoyed re-watching it. (It really gets good at minute 2.)
But you are probably here for the Keto Shrimp and Cabbage Stir Fry.
This low carb recipe actually goes by several names. Some people call it an "egg roll in a bowl", while others call it "crack slaw". I'm going to stick with the purely descriptive "stir fry", if you don't mind. But it really is addictive so I won't fault you for equated it with crack cocaine.
So what's in this Keto Shrimp and Cabbage Stir Fry?
It's got a base of thinly sliced cabbage, with red bell peppers, and shrimp thrown in. And it has a lovely Asian flavored sauce made from garlic, fresh ginger, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, sweetener and soy sauce. The total carb count for this meal is 10g net carbs, and you can throw it together in less than 25 minutes. Which is good.
Because you'll have a little time left over to bask in the glory of Patrick Swayze's dance moves.
Keto Shrimp and Cabbage Stir Fry
This basic Chinese recipe for Shrimp and Cabbage Stir Fry is a low carb meal that you can throw together in less than 25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Entree
- Method: Saute
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Diabetic
Ingredients
Stir Fry Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1-2 teaspoons sriracha sauce
- 2 teaspoons Swerve
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
Stir Fry:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 12 oz peeled, de-veined uncooked shrimp
- 8 cups cabbage, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced for garnish
Instructions
Step 1. Combine all Stir Fry Sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
Step 2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or wok over Medium High heat until shimmering.
Step 3. Add red bell peppers and cook until softened, 3 minutes.
Step 4. Add shrimp to the pan and cook until opaque and contracted, 3 minutes.
Step 5. Remove shrimp and peppers from the pan and set aside.
Step 6. Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pan and heat over Medium High heat. Add half of the cabbage and cook until wilted, 1 minute. Add remaining cabbage and cook for 3 minutes.
Step 7. Move the cabbage to the side of the pan and add the Stir Fry Sauce. Simmer for 1 minute. Then stir into the cabbage and cook for another minute.
Step 8. Add shrimp and red peppers back into the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes to re-heat.
Step 9. Top with sliced scallions and serve.
Nutrition
- Calories: 219
- Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 21
Keywords: Keto Shrimp and Cabbage Stir Fry, Keto Shrimp Egg Roll in a Bowl, Keto Shrimp Crack Slaw
If you liked this low carb Asian recipe, then you might like my recipes for Keto Ramen Soup, Chinese BBQ Pork or Sweet and Sour Chicken.
Elaine says
I can already see why it is addictive! And I didn't know it had so many names. I like this stir fry type, so apparently I also like egg roll in a bowl and crack slaw! 🙂
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Luci says
This looks really tasty. I have some shrimp in the freezer that I need to use.
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EmilyKrill says
Yep, this is a great way to use up frozen seafood.
Rosa says
Love all the flavours in this dish. Looks great!
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EmilyKrill says
Thanks!
Sharon says
Stir fry is so easy for dinner and I love that you made this low carb. Looks delicious and I can't wait to try it.
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EmilyKrill says
Great! Check back in a let me know how you like it.
Noel Lizotte says
super easy way to make a "fancy" meal at home!
I'm sure this will be a popular recipe for the family! Thanks.
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EmilyKrill says
Sure thing. It really is a crowd pleaser. Hope your family likes it.