Broiled shrimp are cooked using intense heat. This method is used to quickly cook shrimp on the outside, while trapping moisture within. After cleaning and de-veining shrimp, arrange them in a casserole dish in one even layer. Top the shrimp with dots of butter as desired. Typically, 4 to 6 tablespoons of butter are used. Try adding flavorings such as lemon juice, garlic, cilantro and lime to butter to help add flavor to shrimp without adding significant calories. A serving of broiled shrimp in butter can vary in calories, depending on the size of the shrimp and the amount of butter used.
Calories
One serving of shrimp provides approximately 70 calories. Because the number of shrimp per serving can vary due to size, the average serving size is 100 g, or 3.5 oz. Miniature shrimp contain around 100 shrimp per pound, while jumbo shrimp provide 15 or fewer shrimp per pound. Large shrimp contain anywhere from 21 to 30 shrimp per pound. Based on this, a 100 g serving of large shrimp would equal about 14 shrimp. When broiled in butter, each tablespoon of butter used adds an additional 102 calories. A 100 g serving of broiled shrimp with 6 tbsp. of butter provides a total of about 172 calories.
Fat
While shrimp are naturally low in fat, broiling them in butter adds a significant amount of fat to your meal. Alone, a 100 g serving of broiled shrimp provides only 1 g fat. When broiled in butter, the fat content in a serving of shrimp increases by 11.5 g per tablespoon of butter. Butter, like all fats, should be used in moderation.
Carbohydrates
Both shrimp and butter contain less than 1 g carbohydrate per serving. A 100 g serving of broiled shrimp made with 6 tbsp. of butter provides only 0.9 g carbohydrate. The body uses carbs as a source of energy. When eating broiled shrimp with butter, include other sources of carbs, such as potatoes, whole grain breads or rice to help increase the carb content of your meal.
Protein
Broiled shrimp can be a moderate source of protein in the diet. A 100 g serving of broiled shrimp provides approximately 13 g protein. When broiled in butter, only 0.12 g protein is added per tablespoon of butter used.
Cholesterol
Shellfish, including shrimp, are often noted for their high cholesterol content. Per serving, broiled shrimp provide about 122 mg cholesterol. Butter can add up to 31 mg of cholesterol per tablespoon. The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends keeping your total daily cholesterol intake to less than 300 mg per day. A serving of broiled shrimp in 6 tbsp. of butter contains 308 mg cholesterol, slightly exceeding your daily cholesterol allotment.
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