For those new to the concept or needing a refresher, Keto is the shorthand version of "Ketogenic". The keto diet is a low-carb diet, which means you get your calories from protein and good fats and less from carbohydrates such as sugars, breads, and pastries. Eventually, by eating very few carbs, your body will run out of those carbs as fuel and begin to break down protein and fat for energy use. This usually happens in three to four days and is called ketosis.
We need to note that a keto diet is meant to be short-term, focused on losing weight rather than long-term pursuit of health benefits. (1)
If you're a seafood lover considering trying Keto for a month or two but worried you might have to give up your favorites or have no idea what to cook, worry not! We're here to share some Keto-Friendly, easy recipe inspirations to delight your taste buds.
Scintillating Salmon
Below, you'll find our favorite, easiest keto-friendly salmon recipe inspirations to seek out and try.
Rich and Creamy Tuscan Salmon
Choose a farm-raised or freshly caught salmon filet you love, and in as little as twenty minutes with a few other ingredients, you'll have a rich and satisfying meal you won't soon forget. Ingredients include garlic, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and heavy cream.
With only one pan to worry about getting dirty and a few measuring cups, this creamy Tuscan salmon dish tastes like it came from the menu of a Michelin-star restaurant without the price and with little effort.
Garlic Parmesan Baked Keto Salmon
Gluten and grain-free, with only 1g net carbs per serving, and extremely easy, you can whip up this dish quickly. Perfect for those busy days or nights where you want something mouth-watering and decadent tasting without the mess or hassle. The garlic's aromatics, the parsley's bright freshness, and the rich, nutty, tangy parmesan cheese make this meal stand out.
Low-Carb Cajun Salmon
You'll love this recipe if you are a salmon fan craving a spicy creole-influenced kick. Low-carb cajun salmon is keto-friendly, gluten-free, grain-free, and excellent for paleo diets. The recipe begins with an egg and garlic dredge, followed by a second dredge in almond flour, finishing with cajun seasoning and a pinch of salt. Once sauteed in a hot skillet, the result is a crispy, spicy outer shell with a fork-tender, moist, flavorful fish with every bite.
Succulent Crab
Crab is a favorite for thousands nationwide because of its slightly sweet, hints of nuttiness flavor, and tender meat. It's no wonder this seafood is the star of any meal.
Airfryer, Oven, or Pan Fried Keto Crab Cakes
This versatile recipe for crab cakes calls for keto bread crumbs or can be substituted with almond flour and cooked in three different ways to your liking. You can utilize any crab meat, from jumbo lump crab to crab-claw meat. The ingredients are simple, but don't let that fool you, as everything blends for a juicy, crunchy, distinctive taste that will satisfy you.
Keto Crab Rangoon
One of America's favorite Chinese takeout food appetizers is now keto-friendly! If you've missed the crunchy, creamy, sweet, and savoriness of your favorite appetizer, this recipe will be your go-to to rescue you from cravings. Created from keto dough and the classic mix of cream cheese, onion, and crab meat.
You can adjust any part of this recipe to cater to your tastes, such as using any crab meat you have on hand or can afford, adding a dash of garlic powder, removing the onion, etc. Perfect as a snack, side, or main dish!
Keto Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
These will melt in your mouth with tender crab meat, butter, green onions, red peppers, cream cheese, and seasoning within a perfectly golden-baked mushroom. Mushrooms already taste incredible to so many people thanks to their unique flavor, which is considered the fifth flavor known as umami. Whether you cook them as a main dish or as an appetizer to wow guests, friends, and family, these keto-crab stuffed mushrooms will be a hit!
Lucious Lobster
Lobster has such a delicious flavor that it is challenging to describe, depending on what part of the lobster you eat and how it's cooked. Lobster can have a slightly salty flavor, bringing hints of fresh ocean and brine while occasionally tasting slightly nutty to somewhat sweet.
This much-loved seafood delicacy is perfect for an indulgent meal, a celebratory main course, or just because! Here are some of our favorite keto-friendly lobster recipes you'll surely love.
Keto Lobster Casserole
Heavy cream, lobster meat of your choice, onion, fresh zesty lemon juice, basil, garlic, and gruyere cheese—to name a few ingredients—make a rich casserole that will send you to the ocean side with every bite. This lobster casserole can be served as is or used as a satisfying topping for your favorite roast veggies or keto-friendly Orowheat buns for a one-of-a-kind keto lobster roll.
Keto Cauliflower Lobster 'Mac' 'n Cheese
When you want to impress your dinner guests or crave elevated comfort food, keto-cauliflower lobster mac 'n cheese will hit the spot! The secret to saying goodbye to soggy cauliflower in this recipe is to parboil it and remove all excess moisture before making the dish. Additionally, the cheese blend in this recipe can be anything you wish! Pair up your favorites for a cheesy, carb-free meal that tastes sinful but will delight you.
At Wholey's, we love everything about food, from learning where our meat and seafood come from and how you can prepare it to sharing that love with all of you! We want to inspire chefs of all experiences nationwide so you can fall in love with food again.
(1) While a keto diet is particularly beneficial to those with type 1 diabetes by lowering blood sugars, a keto diet burns fat for energy. When that happens, your body produces compounds called ketones. Too many ketones can severely affect the health of a person with diabetes, especially if they are experiencing kidney issues due to the disease. Ketones can damage one or both kidneys, so please consult your doctor before making significant diet changes.