How long does it take to cook shrimp?

Shrimp typically cooks within 3-5 minutes on medium heat.

Is this dish low in carbohydrates?

Yes, garlic butter shrimp is low in carbs and high in protein.

It pairs well with rice, pasta, or fresh vegetables.

Protein

Succulent shrimp sautéed in garlic butter, delivering a delightful flavor that's perfect for a quick and healthy meal option.

Per 100 g

175 kcal

1 cup

262 kcal

(150 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
24 g / 100g	2 g / 100g	8 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 55% · Carbs 4% · Fat 41%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 cup (150 g, 262 kcal) is 13% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 cup takes about 64 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Garlic Butter Shrimp is number 3 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 180 kcal per 100 g.

Nutrition data updated June 15, 2026.

Serving	Grams	Calories
1 cup	150 g	262 kcal
1/2 cup	75 g	131 kcal

9/10

How long does it take to cook shrimp?: Shrimp typically cooks within 3-5 minutes on medium heat.
Is this dish low in carbohydrates?: Yes, garlic butter shrimp is low in carbs and high in protein.
What can I pair it with?: It pairs well with rice, pasta, or fresh vegetables.

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