Is fried shrimp (breaded) keto?

Fried shrimp (breaded)

Not keto No — fried shrimp (breaded) is not keto-friendly.

The breading turns carb-free shrimp into about 12 g net carbs per 4 oz, and sweetened coconut shrimp is higher still. Order them grilled, or coat your own in crushed pork rinds or almond flour.

Nutrition per serving

4 oz · 113 g
Net carbs
13g
Calories
273kcal
Protein
24g
Fat
14g
Total carbs
13 g
Fiber
0.5 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 63%

About 45 g of fried shrimp (breaded) adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 40% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for fried shrimp (breaded)
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories273 kcal242 kcal
Total carbohydrate13 g11 g
Dietary fiber0.5 g0.4 g
Net carbs13 g11 g
Sugars 0.9 g 0.8 g
Protein24 g21 g
Fat14 g12 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is fried shrimp (breaded) keto?

No — fried shrimp (breaded) is not keto-friendly. The breading turns carb-free shrimp into about 12 g net carbs per 4 oz, and sweetened coconut shrimp is higher still. Order them grilled, or coat your own in crushed pork rinds or almond flour.

How many net carbs are in fried shrimp (breaded)?

4 oz (113 g) of fried shrimp (breaded) has about 13 g net carbs (13 g total carbs minus 0.5 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 11 g net carbs.

How much fried shrimp (breaded) can I eat on keto?

About 45 g of fried shrimp (breaded) adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 40% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 63% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for fried shrimp (breaded)?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #171970): Crustaceans, shrimp, mixed species, cooked, breaded and fried. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Not keto — More than about 10 g net carbs per typical serving. Swap it for a low-carb alternative. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

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