“If you loved my first book, Keto Kitchen (2020), be sure to get your hands on my second one, Lazy Keto Kitchen (2021). One of my favourite creations in it is a keto batter. I go on to make fried calamari, battered cod and even little mozzarella balls. On this post, I showcase prawns using that game-changing batter! – Monya
“This is a super-quick, super-easy meal for one. Flash-fried prawns are served in a creamy sauce bursting with the lovely flavour of Harissa paste (widely available at all supermarkets). Serve it over your choice of ‘base’ (like courgetti or your favourite low carb noodles) or simply enjoy as is. I had it over shirataki / konjac ‘fettucine’ (as pictured) and it was perfect! Since the choice of ‘base’ is your choice, the macros shown here indicate the creamy prawn sauce only.” – Monya
“This shrimp with chunky guacamole is just a quick and easy recipe to show how yummy cooked prawns can be when used to scoop up a rustic, chunky guacamole. It couldn’t be simpler! If you like, you could add some chilli powder to the prawns while they cook!” – Monya
“What a deliciously interesting salad! I added curry powder and a squeeze of lime juice to regular mayonnaise and mixed in cooked prawns. Served over a simple bed of salad leaves, this filling meal needs nothing else other than chopped coriander and some seasoning. Simple and yummy!” – Monya
“This is almost too easy! Here, I cook plump and juicy prawns to perfection – then smother them with a garlic butter. A lovely tapas idea for two people to share! Be sure to use a garlic press to achieve the best texture and flavour as the garlic will not be on the heat very long as it tends to burn quickly.” – Monya
“Potted shrimp is brown shrimp set in a flavoured butter. I used ground mace (in place of nutmeg) and added a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra kick! Delicious spread it over slices of toasted Quick Keto Chia Bread. Be sure to remove it from the fridge a while before you enjoy it to make for an easier spread. The Quick Keto Chia Bread is excluded from the macros, as you likely have your favourite low carb bread. However, if you need some inspiration, visit the Breads section on the site – I have plenty of easy ideas there! ” – Monya
“Fragrant, spicy, creamy… this Thai prawn curry was made using Thai yellow curry paste and coconut milk. I struggle to find Thai yellow curry paste in the stores here in the UK, so I buy it online. It’s authentic, delicious and affordable. I quickly cook the prawns before starting the curry, then add them back in later to warm through before serving. This prevents an unsightly grey soup and delays the sauce reducing. I learnt this from experience! The sauce is reduced until thick and creamy and then simply poured over konjac pasta. The plump prawns, sweet cherry tomatoes, salty fish sauce, spicy chilies, acidic lime and the fragrant coriander create perfect harmony. I also added a teaspoon of powdered erythritol to finish it off with some much-needed sweetness. Simply put – you need to eat this!” – Monya
“These mini bacon, prawn and avocado kebabs are like someone said, “let’s take all the tastiest keto-friendly items and grill them on a skewer!” Bacon? Yes please! Prawns? Yes please! Avocado? Yes please! These are a little finicky to make, but so worth it in the end. A fun, tasty appetiser at your next braai (BBQ). Be sure to check out all the other Light meals & Appetisers on the site.” – Monya