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High-protein, very low-carb seafood cooked in a pan without oil
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Pan-cooked shrimp without oil has 119 calories. It contains 0.2 g of carbs, 23.8 g of protein, 1.7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 39 µg of Selenium covers 71% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
119
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
23.8g
· 48% DV
Fat
1.7g
· 2% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 1% · Protein 86% · Fat 13%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 119 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.7 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.32 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 148 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 10 kcal |
| 6 piece (medium) | 48 g | 57 kcal |
| 10 piece (large) | 80 g | 95 kcal |
| 12 piece (large) | 96 g | 114 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 145 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 179 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 200 g | 238 kcal |
Calculated from 119 calories per 100 g.
To make Pan-cooked shrimp without oil, pat thawed shrimp dry and heat a nonstick pan before adding them in a single layer. Cook just until the flesh turns opaque and pink; overcrowding the pan can make the shrimp steam in released liquid.
No, Pan-cooked shrimp without oil usually does not need added water. Shrimp releases moisture as it cooks, especially if it is wet or still partly frozen; adding water can make it steam instead of developing a lightly browned surface.
Use a clean nonstick pan, preheat it, and dry the shrimp thoroughly before adding them. Let the first side cook before trying to turn the shrimp; moving them too early can tear the surface and make them stick.
Yes, but thawing frozen shrimp in the refrigerator first gives a better result. Drain and pat them dry before cooking; adding them frozen can release excess water, so they may steam unevenly rather than cook cleanly in the pan.
Pan-cooked shrimp without oil is done when the flesh turns opaque and the outside becomes pink. The shrimp should curl loosely into a C shape; gray, translucent flesh needs more cooking, while a tight O shape often signals overcooking.
Pan-cooked shrimp without oil turns rubbery most often because it has been overcooked. Shrimp cook quickly, so take them off the heat as soon as they are opaque throughout instead of leaving them in the hot pan while preparing other ingredients.
You can make Pan-cooked shrimp without oil with the shells on or off. Shells help protect the flesh and add flavor during cooking, while peeled shrimp are easier to eat; remove the digestive tract along the back if desired.
Garlic, black pepper, paprika, chili, and lemon all work well with Pan-cooked shrimp without oil. Add garlic near the end, since it can scorch in a hot dry pan, and finish with lemon after cooking for a brighter flavor.
Yes, shrimp for Pan-cooked shrimp without oil can be briefly marinated with garlic, citrus, and seasonings. Avoid leaving it in lemon or another acidic marinade for long, since the acid can change the shrimp’s texture before it reaches the pan.
Refrigerate leftover Pan-cooked shrimp without oil promptly in a covered container rather than leaving it at room temperature. Reheat it gently and briefly in a pan; prolonged reheating dries the shrimp and makes it tough.
Vitamins
B12
1.1µg · 46% DV
B3
2.6mg · 16% DV
Biotin
4µg · 13% DV
Vitamin E
1.4mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Selenium
39µg · 71% DV
Phosphorus
220mg · 31% DV
Iodine
35µg · 23% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
260mg · 8% DV
Sodium
148mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 119 calories in 100 g:
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Pan-cooked shrimp without oil is a simple seafood dish made by cooking peeled shrimp in a hot pan without added fat. It is a quick way to prepare shrimp while letting their naturally sweet, briny flavour come through, whether you’re cooking at home or ordering seafood at a restaurant.
The shrimp should be tender and slightly firm, rather than rubbery. Serve them with lemon and herbs, add them to a salad, or pair them with rice or vegetables for a fuller meal. They’re high in protein and very low in carbohydrates, with 23.8 g of protein per 100 g. A non-stick pan helps keep the cooking oil-free; take the shrimp off the heat as soon as they’re cooked so they stay juicy.
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.29g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.39g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.