Scrumptious Shrimp Recipes

Shrimp are the perfect addition to just about any meal, from salads to stir-fries.

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Cajun Shrimp Linguine

Photo: Jennifer Causey Styling: Lindsey Lower

Classic Cajun flavors--the smoky, spicy seasoning; sweet shrimp; and onion, green bell pepper, and celery trinity--give this pasta toss a New Orleans vibe. A jolt of ground red pepper spices things up nicely, while creamy half-and-half smooths out the edges.

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Georgia Shrimp and Radish Salad

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Georgia Shrimp and Radish Salad Recipe

Radishes at the farmers' market can seem as varied and abundant as the colors of Easter eggs. Two different varieties give this salad vibrant color, texture, and flavor.

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Honey Walnut Shrimp with Asian Slaw

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Honey Walnut Shrimp with Asian Slaw Recipe

Our take on a Chinese-restaurant favorite uses the same ingredients, but skips the heavy batter and deep frying. If you can't get jumbo shrimp, use 1 pound of the largest shrimp you can find.

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Skillet Rice with Shrimp and Chicken

Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Skillet Rice with Shrimp and Chicken Recipe
Simple substitutions can give this hearty dish flavorful twists: Swap sausage for chicken, crabmeat for shrimp, or make a vegetarian option by subbing vegetable stock and omitting proteins.

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Santorini Shrimp

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Santorini Shrimp Recipe
This colorful shrimp bowl comes together quickly once shrimp is added to the sauté pan. Stir in fennel, bell pepper, and remaining ingredients until heated through. Just remember, be careful to not overcook the shrimp.

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Shrimp and Spicy Mango Sauté

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Shrimp and Spicy Mango Sauté Recipe
When you don't have much time to cook, the right condiment can add layers of flavor in a flash. Oil-packed Indian mango relish (not chutney, which is too sweet) combines earthy turmeric and fenugreek with the tang of mustard and green mango. Find it in the international aisle of your grocery store.

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Sheet-Pan Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya

Photo: Jen Causey; Prop Styling: Christina Daley; Food Styling: Julia Levy

Sheet-Pan Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya Recipe

It’s definitely not traditional, but it sure is convenient (not to mention, way tasty). With our trusty sheet pan and a few smart supermarket shortcuts, we keep the prep for this weeknight jambalaya recipe incredibly quick and easy.

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Roasted Shrimp with Mushrooms, Broccolini, and Foaming Chive Butter Sauce

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Paige Hicks

Roasted Shrimp with Mushrooms, Broccolini, and Foaming Chive Butter Sauce Recipe

This dish is simplicity itself: Everything cooks on a roasting pan in a very hot oven in stages for just 12 minutes, and the foaming chive butter sauce takes only 2 minutes on the stovetop. Be sure to add the minced chives at the last moment after the pot comes off the heat; cooking will turn the chives bitter.

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Lemon-Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli

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Lemon-Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli Recipe

Instead of the usual pasta, rice soaks up all of the delicious lemon-garlic sauce in this shrimp dish. This one-pan supper comes together quickly and will please everyone around your table. Make it come together even faster by using bagged precut broccoli florets.

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Orzo Salad with Shrimp and Lemon Dressing

Spring Shrimp-and-Orzo Salad with Lemon Dressing

Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Claire Spollen; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer

Orzo Salad with Shrimp and Lemon Dressing Recipe

This simple shrimp and orzo salad is tossed with seasonal veggies and a bright, tangy dressing. Delicious at room temperature or chilled, it also makes a tasty lunch the next day if you have leftovers. You’ll need three cups of vegetables for this dish, but you can adjust the amounts of asparagus, sugar snap peas, and English peas.

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Herbed Shrimp with Tomato-Spinach Salad

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Herbed Shrimp with Tomato-Spinach Salad Recipe
Add heartiness to a simple spinach salad by serving herbed shrimp and tomatoes over greens.

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Chili-Garlic Shrimp with Coconut Rice and Snap Peas

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Chili-Garlic Shrimp with Coconut Rice and Snap Peas Recipe
Shrimp cook quickly (under 5 minutes), and a big batch takes just a couple of minutes more than a small one. Reheat for just a minute, or the shrimp may become rubbery. For even more coconut flavor, replace the 1/4 cup water in the rice mixture with coconut water.

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Creole Shrimp and Okra

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Creole Shrimp and Okra Recipe

Think of this main as shrimp and grits with a distinctly Cajun attitude. Halved okra not only looks gorgeous, but it'll also give off less "slime" than chopped okra. Let the vegetables caramelize a bit in the pan for a richer base.

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Herb-Wrapped Shrimp with Lemongrass Dipping Sauce

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Herb-Wrapped Shrimp with Lemongrass Dipping Sauce Recipe

When your garden is producing lots of shiso, use it as wrappers for these boldly flavored bundles (or buy shiso from an Asian market). You'll need 2 dozen cocktail toothpicks.

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Summer Herbed Grilled Shrimp

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Missie Neville Crawford

Summer Herbed Grilled Shrimp Recipe
Our finishing touches--a hit of herbs, peppery olive oil, and tangy vinegar--make these shrimp the freshest, most irresistible appetizer. Leave the tails on so guests have a handle for these tasty bites.

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Sausage, Shrimp and Quinoa Skillet

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Sausage, Shrimp and Quinoa Skillet Recipe

We swapped rice for protein- and fiber-rich quinoa in this faux dirty rice, but any cooked whole grain would work well; give bulgur or farro a try to change things up.

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Shrimp Fajitas with Mango-Lime Slaw

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Rachael Burrow

Shrimp Fajitas with Mango-Lime Slaw Recipe

The sizzle of a savory shrimp fajita is enough to make your day. Serve with lime wedges and Mango-Lime Slaw.

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Thai Shrimp and Eggplant Stir-Fry

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Thai Shrimp and Eggplant Stir-Fry Recipe
Shrimp adds great flavor to nearly any stir-fry dish. Serve Thai Shrimp and Eggplant Stir-Fry with lime wedges and rice noodles, if desired.

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Boiled Shrimp with Tangy Cocktail Sauce

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Boiled Shrimp with Tangy Cocktail Sauce Recipe
For a full-on shrimp boil feast, pair this dish with boiled fresh corn on the cob and baby red potatoes.

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Easy Barbecue Shrimp

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Easy Barbecue Shrimp Recipe
For a flavorful, Southern-style dish, serve this Easy Barbecue Shrimp with Jalapeno Biscuits.

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Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Charred Asparagus and Snap Peas

Photo: Jennifer Causey Styling: Ginny Branch

Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Charred Asparagus and Snap Peas Recipe
Reserve some marinade to serve as the sauce, saving time and uniting flavors. For extra charred flavor, cook the veggies in a cast-iron skillet directly on the grill instead of the stovetop.

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Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower, Claire Spollen

Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits Recipe
This classic Carolina combo makes for a flavorful and fast dinner--quick-cooking grits come together in about 5 minutes.

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Pan-Seared Shrimp with Chive Grits and Salsa Verde

Photo: Hector Sanchez

Pan-Seared Shrimp with Chive Grits and Salsa Verde Recipe
This refreshing shrimp and grits dish is made even better with the addition of salsa verde.

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Roasted Gulf Shrimp with Romesco Sauce

Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller

Roasted Gulf Shrimp with Romesco Sauce Recipe

This recipe requires almost no effort for maximum reward. Just 10 minutes in the oven plus our special sauce equals tender, juicy shrimp with a kick.

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Pan-Seared Herb Shrimp

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Pan-Seared Herb Shrimp Recipe
The size of meat portions is shrinking, leaving more room on the plate for heart-healthy seafood. Eat fish more often, and make it pop with this herb- and lemon-packed dressing.

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Sriracha Shrimp Rolls

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower, Claire Spollen

Sriracha Shrimp Rolls Recipe
Buttering and toasting the rolls adds tons of rich flavor to these delicious shrimp sandwiches; don't be tempted to skip that step.

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Peppered Shrimp with White Bean and Cauliflower Puree

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Peppered Shrimp with White Bean and Cauliflower Puree Recipe
If you'd like a smoother puree, process the bean-cauliflower mixture in a food processor before stirring in the butter and cheese.

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Charred Lemon Pappardelle with Mushrooms and Shrimp

Photo: Christopher Testani; Styling: Kaitlyn Duross

Charred Lemon Pappardelle with Mushrooms and Shrimp Recipe
This shrimp dish chock full of zesty lemon flavors and creamy pasta.

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Grilled Shrimp Caesar Salad

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower, Claire Spollen

Grilled Shrimp Caesar Salad Recipe
The single anchovy fillet lends umami depth to the dressing without giving it any sort of strong fishy flavor.

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Crunchy Shrimp Tostada

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Crunchy Shrimp Tostada Recipe
Tostadas are the perfect build-your-own fare. Start with 6-inch whole-grain corn tortillas instead of flour, and you'll save about 30 calories and 200mg sodium. Top with a fun flavor combo of grilled shrimp and shredded cabbage, and crunch.

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Shrimp Boil with Green Olives and Lemon

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Shrimp Boil with Green Olives and Lemon Recipe
The simmering liquid is packed with flavor, which transfers nicely to the shrimp.

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Cheesy Shrimp and Grits

Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Styling: Claire Spollen

Cheesy Shrimp and Grits Recipe

This quick and easy shrimp and grits recipe will wow your family as a weeknight meal or impress guests at a dinner party. The vein of the shrimp runs along the back of the shrimp, just below the surface, and is actually the digestive tract. It won't cause you harm to eat, but can taste gritty (and you definitely don't want that), so it's best to remove it. To see how to do so, click here.

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Pasta Primavera with Shrimp

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Pasta Primavera with Shrimp Recipe
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Shrimp Boil Vegetable Bowls

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Shrimp Boil Vegetable Bowls Recipe

Do the warmer days have you dreaming of low-country boils with fresh-off-the-boat seafood? Even if you can’t make it to the beach right now, this quick and easy Shrimp Boil Vegetable Bowl allows you enjoy the taste and smell of a seaside meal. To simplify your prep work, have the shrimp peeled and deveined at your favorite seafood market. Call ahead with your order, so all you have to do is pick it up

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Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas

Caitlin Bensel

Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

This easy dinner comes together in less time than it takes to wait for a table at your favorite Mexican restaurant. Mild poblano chiles and bell peppers get a nice char under the broiler and deliver more than double a day’s worth of immunity-boosting vitamin C.

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Firecracker Shrimp

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Firecracker Shrimp Recipe

Fried until crunchy, these shrimp look a little like firecrackers, with the tails being the fuses. See make-ahead details (below) for ways to prep them before a party. Hong Pham, of ravenouscouple.com, gave us the recipe.

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Shrimp Malacca with Rice

Shrimp Malacca with Rice Recipe
This dish is essentially shrimp Creole with the addition of curry powder, which elevates it by a surprising degree. Serve over rice, accompanied by a simple green salad.

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Saucy Shrimp Sauté on Toast

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower

Saucy Shrimp Sauté on Toast Recipe
Check around for the best prices on shrimp: Sometimes, it's at the seafood counter; other times, it's in the freezer case. The garlic that's rubbed on the toast at the end lends lots of punch; for sensitive taste buds, skip that step.

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Shrimp Arrabbiata

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower, Claire Spollen

Shrimp Arrabbiata Recipe
Sweet shrimp is ideal for spicy dishes like this. If you want just a light lick of heat, use 1/4 teaspoon red pepper.

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Stir-Fried Ginger Shrimp

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Stir-Fried Ginger Shrimp Recipe
The peppery flavor of ginger in this shrimp stir-fry complements the spiciness of the chile paste and sweetness of the rice wine. Serve with jasmine rice and melon slices.

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Shrimp Kebabs with Mint and Melon Salad

Greg DuPree

Shrimp Kebabs with Mint and Melon Salad Recipe

The shrimp is balanced with slight sweetness, bitter char, and tangy lime—a combination that complements the refreshing melon. Pick the ripest melons you can find; they should be firm but slightly soft and fragrant, especially near the stem end. Round out this dinner with your favorite grain or the Herb-Scented Rice Salad. Gina Homolka is the founder of skinnytaste.com and @skinnytaste.

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Asparagus Shrimp Stir-Fry

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Asparagus Shrimp Stir-Fry Recipe
"You wouldn't find fresh asparagus in Saigon when I was a kid," says chef Eric Banh, co-owner with his sister, Sophie, of Seattle's Monsoon and Ba Bar restaurants, "but it's the kind of thing that a fancy restaurant would serve [from cans]." Now that he and Sophie live in the Pacific Northwest, where spring asparagus is sweet, juicy, and abundant, they love to use it in spring dishes--like this savory shrimp stir-fry.

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Shrimp Alfredo Pot Pie

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Shrimp Alfredo Pot Pie Recipe

Creamy, luscious, and very rich, this pot pie is super delicious and highly comforting. Store-bought Alfredo sauce makes prep a breeze.

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Thai Pineapple Shrimp Curry

Jennifer Causey

Thai Pineapple Shrimp Curry Recipe

Green curry paste is the base of the flavorful sauce—look for it in the Asian foods aisle of your supermarket.

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Creamy Tomato Gazpacho with Shrimp

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Linda Hirst

Creamy Tomato Gazpacho with Shrimp Recipe
Top creamy tomato gazpacho with fresh shrimp for a refreshing summer soup.

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Grilled Panzanella with Shrimp

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Grilled Panzanella with Shrimp Recipe
A quick turn on the grill brings extra summer flavor to this riff on classic Italian bread salad.

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Ginger Shrimp with Almond Sauce

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Ginger Shrimp with Almond Sauce Recipe
The almond sauce and ginger go wonderfully well in this colorful and delicious shrimp skewer platter.

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Spicy Shrimp Noodles

Caitlin Bensel

Spicy Shrimp Noodles Recipe

These superfast bowls satisfy with filling brown rice noodles and fresh shrimp. If you can’t find brown rice noodles, substitute your favorite whole-grain linguine or fettuccine.

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Air-Fryed Coconut Shrimp

Robin Bashinsky

Air-Fryed Coconut Shrimp Recipe

You can count on your air fryer to turn a normal Friday into a #friyay, especially if this beach-dive-inspired recipe is on the menu. Coconut and panko team up to create an amazingly crispy coating for this shrimp; use finely shredded coconut to guarantee better crust adhesion. If you can’t track down finely shredded coconut, pulse the coconut in your food processor or give it a quick chop until it’s more finely ground. Fresh from your air fryer and dunked in this sweet-and-tangy honey-lime sauce, this addictive app will make you feel like you’re on a Caribbean beach.

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Greek Shrimp with White Beans, Tomato Sauce, and Feta

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Missie Neville Crawford

Greek Shrimp with White Beans, Tomato Sauce, and Feta Recipe
This simple, Tuscan-inspired stew is the perfect casual supper for two, though it can easily be doubled. Enjoy leftovers with a piece of whole-grain French bread baguette for dunking.

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Greek Bulgur Salad with Shrimp

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Greek Bulgur Salad with Shrimp Recipe
This recipe combines bulgur and grilled shrimp with the classic Greek salad ingredients.

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Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo

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Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe
This shrimp fettuccine alfredo recipe, which calls for quick-cooking refrigerated pasta, is a great go-to dish for hectic weekights. Serve with a side of roasted asparagus.

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Curried Shrimp and Melted Cherry Tomatoes

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower, Claire Spollen

Curried Shrimp and Melted Cherry Tomatoes Recipe
This flavorful shrimp dish uses garam masala, a fragrant Indian spice blend. You can find it in the supermarket spice aisle.

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Coconut Lime Shrimp Skewers

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Coconut Lime Shrimp Skewers Recipe
A squeeze of lime adds zing and toasted coconut contributes crunch to this easy make-ahead crowd-pleaser.You can marinate the shrimp for anywhere from one hour to one day. You'll need at least 24 wooden skewers (6 in.).

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Shrimp with Ginger-Garlic Red Noodle Beans

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Shrimp with Ginger-Garlic Red Noodle Beans Recipe

These meaty long beans take wonderfully to Asian flavorings such as soy sauce and Sriracha. Look for mirin in the supermarket's international aisle, or substitute marsala wine or dry sherry instead.

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BBQ Shrimp Toasts

Photo: Jennifer Causey Styling: Claire Spollen

BBQ Shrimp Toasts Recipe

Pair these flavorful open-faced sandwiches with the Haricots Verts with Cherry Tomatoes and Mushrooms for a colorful and complete plate.

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Scrumptious Shrimp Recipes

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Cajun Shrimp Linguine

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Georgia Shrimp and Radish Salad

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Honey Walnut Shrimp with Asian Slaw

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Skillet Rice with Shrimp and Chicken

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Santorini Shrimp

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Shrimp and Spicy Mango Sauté

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Sheet-Pan Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya

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Roasted Shrimp with Mushrooms, Broccolini, and Foaming Chive Butter Sauce

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Lemon-Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli

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Orzo Salad with Shrimp and Lemon Dressing

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Herbed Shrimp with Tomato-Spinach Salad

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Chili-Garlic Shrimp with Coconut Rice and Snap Peas

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Creole Shrimp and Okra

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Herb-Wrapped Shrimp with Lemongrass Dipping Sauce

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Summer Herbed Grilled Shrimp

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Sausage, Shrimp and Quinoa Skillet

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Shrimp Fajitas with Mango-Lime Slaw

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Thai Shrimp and Eggplant Stir-Fry

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Boiled Shrimp with Tangy Cocktail Sauce

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Easy Barbecue Shrimp

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Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Charred Asparagus and Snap Peas

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Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits

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Pan-Seared Shrimp with Chive Grits and Salsa Verde

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Roasted Gulf Shrimp with Romesco Sauce

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Pan-Seared Herb Shrimp

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Sriracha Shrimp Rolls

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Peppered Shrimp with White Bean and Cauliflower Puree

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Charred Lemon Pappardelle with Mushrooms and Shrimp

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Grilled Shrimp Caesar Salad

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Crunchy Shrimp Tostada

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Shrimp Boil with Green Olives and Lemon

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Cheesy Shrimp and Grits

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Pasta Primavera with Shrimp

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Shrimp Boil Vegetable Bowls

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Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas

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Firecracker Shrimp

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Shrimp Malacca with Rice

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Saucy Shrimp Sauté on Toast

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Shrimp Arrabbiata