Lemon-Dill Crusted Shrimp with Capers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

Crispy pan-seared shrimp coated in a bright lemon-dill crust with briny capers, finished with a velvety garlic-herb sauce. Perfect for a quick keto dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe (keto, high protein), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs large shrimp, extra-virgin olive oil, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh dill
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 tbsp dry white wine
• 1 tbsp, drained capers
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes until edges turn opaque.
3. Step 3: Flip shrimp and cook 1 more minute until golden brown and curled. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
4. Step 4: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and butter to the skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
5. Step 5: Deglaze with white wine, scraping up browned bits, and simmer for 1 minute until reduced by half. Stir in lemon zest, chopped dill, capers, and lemon juice.
6. Step 6: Return shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat. Cook 1 minute more until sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp.