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This Lemon Butter Shrimp Cabbage Skillet is quick, bright, and easy. It cooks fast and works well for a weeknight meal. You can also compare it to another keto lemon butter shrimp cabbage skillet for a slightly different take.
why make this recipe
Make this dish because it is fast, low in carbs, and full of flavor. The lemon and butter make the shrimp bright and rich. Cabbage adds crunch and cooks quickly. It is simple to cook and needs few ingredients.
how to make Lemon Butter Shrimp Cabbage Skillet
Heat the pan and melt butter. Add garlic, then shrimp, and cook until the shrimp turn pink. Add shredded cabbage, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and paprika and cook until the cabbage is soft. For a similar recipe with clear steps, see this version for extra tips.
Ingredients :
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups cabbage, shredded
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Directions :
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in shredded cabbage, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cook until the cabbage is tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.

how to serve Lemon Butter Shrimp Cabbage Skillet
Serve hot on its own for a low-carb meal. You can also serve it with rice or pasta if you want more carbs. For a richer side, try a garlic butter shrimp bake like that black garlic butter shrimp bake as a partner dish.
how to store Lemon Butter Shrimp Cabbage Skillet
Let the skillet cool to room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat so the shrimp stay tender. Do not freeze cooked shrimp and cabbage for best texture.
tips to make Lemon Butter Shrimp Cabbage Skillet
- Use fresh or fully thawed shrimp for even cooking.
- Do not overcook the shrimp; stop when they turn opaque and pink.
- Shred the cabbage thin so it softens quickly.
- Taste and add salt or lemon at the end to balance flavors.
variation (if any)
- Add red pepper flakes for heat.
- Toss in sliced bell pepper or zucchini for more veggies.
- For a non-keto version, serve over rice or pasta.
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?
A: Yes. Thaw fully and pat dry before cooking.
Q: What kind of cabbage works best?
A: Green cabbage is fine. Napa or savoy also work and are softer.
Q: Can I skip the butter?
A: You can use olive oil, but butter gives the best flavor.
Q: How long does it take to cook?
A: About 15 minutes total from start to finish.
Conclusion
If you enjoy shrimp recipes, try this tasty pasta option as well: Shrimp Scampi Orzo – Dishing Out Health.
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Lemon Butter Shrimp Cabbage Skillet
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Keto
Description
A quick and flavorful dish featuring shrimp sautéed with cabbage in a lemon butter sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups cabbage, shredded
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet and melt butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Cook shrimp until pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in shredded cabbage, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cook until the cabbage is tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.
Notes
Use fresh or fully thawed shrimp for even cooking. Do not overcook the shrimp; stop when they turn opaque and pink. Shred the cabbage thin so it softens quickly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp, lemon, cabbage, quick meal, low carb