60+ Ways to Enjoy Scrumptious Shrimp

Cajun Shrimp Linguine Recipe

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sheet-Pan Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya Recipe

This jambalaya definitely isn't 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. 

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.

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.

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.

Herbed Shrimp with Tomato-Spinach Salad Recipe

Add heartiness to a simple spinach salad by serving herbed shrimp and tomatoes over greens.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sausage, Shrimp & 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.

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.

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.

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.

Easy Barbecue Shrimp Recipe

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Charred Lemon Pappardelle with Mushrooms and Shrimp Recipe

This shrimp dish chock full of zesty lemon flavors and creamy pasta.

Grilled Shrimp Caesar Salad Recipe

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

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.

Shrimp Boil with Green Olives and Lemon Recipe

The simmering liquid is packed with flavor, which transfers nicely to the shrimp.

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. 

Pasta Primavera with Shrimp Recipe

The key to this one-pot dish is cooking the shrimp, vegetables, and pasta in stages. When combined, all of the ingredients will be perfectly al dente and coated in a tasty sauce that is slightly thickened by the starch in the pasta. Add more spring flavor by stirring in a tablespoon of chopped soft herbs such as parsley, dill, or basil into the pasta along with the cooked shrimp.

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

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.

Firecracker Shrimp Recipe

Fried until crunchy, these shrimp look a little like firecrackers, with the tails being the fuses. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.   

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.

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. 

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.

Creamy Tomato Gazpacho with Shrimp Recipe

Top creamy tomato gazpacho with fresh shrimp for a refreshing summer soup.

Grilled Panzanella with Shrimp Recipe

A quick turn on the grill brings extra summer flavor to this riff on classic Italian bread salad.

Ginger Shrimp with Almond Sauce Recipe

The almond sauce and ginger go wonderfully well in this colorful and delicious shrimp skewer platter.

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.

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.

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.

Greek Bulgur Salad with Shrimp Recipe

This recipe combines bulgur and grilled shrimp with the classic Greek salad ingredients.

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.

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.

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.).

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.

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.

Sheet Pan Paella Recipe

No paella pan? No problem. You can still make authentic-tasting paella with a sheet pan. This sheet pan paella is full of flavor, and with this method, all the components from the rice to the sausage and even the seafood turn out perfectly. And best of all, it’s a fun and easy way to serve a crowd, especially during the spring or summer. You can find dried chorizo at most grocery stores in the deli section near the salami and pepperoni. You don’t want to stir the rice too much, or it won’t be able to toast around the edges.

Sausage-and-Shrimp Pizzas with Spinach-Basil Pesto Recipe

Shrimp might seem like an unusual pizza topper, but they couldn’t be more delicious when paired with smoky sausage and a bright and fresh pesto. When you’re at the seafood counter, choose medium shrimp (43 to 50 typically come in a pound). They are best for these grilled pizzas because they won’t overcook or undercook.

Shrimp Stir Fry with Bacon Recipe

Skip the take-out this week and make this delicious and satisfying Southern spin on a stir fry. Using precooked, microwavable rice helps make this a quick and easy weeknight meal. If you don’t have a wok use your favorite cast iron skillet, perfect for stir-fries because of its ability to hold the high heat necessary for stir frying.