28 Best Shrimp Recipes

Linguine with shrimp and lemon dressing

This rich, lemony pasta is simple to make yet impressive, perfect for weekdays or special occasions.

Recipe: Shrimp in garlic-lemon sauce with pasta

Shrimp with corn porridge

This classic Southern dish combines some of the most delicious ingredients: bacon, cheddar, and cornmeal.

Recipe: Shrimp with Corn Grits

Shrimp Chowder

This simple shrimp and potato chowder is thick and filling, and fried bacon bits add a subtle smoky flavor. Small, thin-skinned potatoes can be left peeled, making your chowder more filling and vibrant.

Recipe: Shrimp Chowder

Shrimp baked in foil in beer sauce

Chipotle sauce and cumin combine with beer, butter, and lime for a simple, healthy dish that comes together in no time. Before grilling, place the ingredients in foil packets to retain all the juices; the resulting sauce is perfect with rice.

Recipe: Spicy shrimp in beer in foil

Shrimp scampi

Quick shrimp scampi can be served with pasta or eaten on its own, topped with freshly squeezed lemon juice. Serve as a main course for two, or as an appetizer for four. The ingredients can easily be doubled for a group.

Recipe: Shrimp with lemon-vermouth sauce

Coconut shrimp

Large shrimp are coated in a coconut batter and deep-fried to a crispy golden brown. This appetizer is a quick winner at parties, as the flavor is fantastic, with sweet and savory notes, and the crispy crust will tempt even those who thought they weren't much of a seafood fan.

Recipe: Coconut shrimp

Fettuccine Alfredo with Shrimp

This version of a classic Italian-American dish is incredibly easy to make. Simply reduce the cream slightly and add a generous amount of cheese, and you'll have no need for flour to thicken the sauce.

Recipe: Fettuccine Alfredo with Shrimp

Shrimp tacos

The secret to Ree's tacos is the crispy coleslaw. And best of all, they're ready in just 16 minutes.

Recipe: Shrimp and Red Cabbage Tacos

Cajun Shrimp Rice

Spice up your weeknight dinner with this delicious Cajun-inspired dish.

Recipe: Cajun Shrimp and Rice

Fried shrimp with cocktail sauce

For a quick appetizer, Ina Garten roasts shrimp in the oven and makes a chili cocktail sauce.

Recipe: Fried shrimp cocktail

Stir-fry with shrimp

Ree's stir-fry takes very little time, as all the ingredients cook quickly and in one pot. The secret to success is to fry the thicker vegetables first, as they take longer to cook.

Recipe: Stir-fry with shrimp

Caesar salad with pasta and shrimp

Caesar salad lovers will love this heartier version. Tomatoes, romaine lettuce, and grilled shrimp are tossed with pasta in a homemade Caesar dressing.

Recipe: Caesar salad with pasta and shrimp

Spicy shrimp with rice

This dish comes together in just 20 minutes, all in one pan—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Shrimp are sautéed with ginger and garlic, then tossed with a spicy Asian sauce and cooked basmati rice until heated through.

Recipe: Spicy shrimp with rice

Shrimp boilie

This traditional dish is a great choice for a party. Add seasonings to the water before cooking to ensure each ingredient is equally flavored.

Recipe: Shrimp boilie

Grilled shrimp

Rachel offers the easiest and most delicious grilled shrimp recipe. Tip: If you don't have a grill, you can grill the shrimp over medium heat.

Recipe: Fried shrimp with lemon

Pasta with shrimp and garlic in a frying pan

This quick and elegant weeknight dinner puts a twist on standard fettuccine Alfredo. Red pepper and paprika add even more flavor.

Recipe: Fettuccine pasta in a creamy sauce with garlic and shrimp

Coconut-breaded shrimp with pineapple sauce

Eating healthy doesn't mean giving up delicious dishes like coconut-crusted shrimp. With this ingenious recipe, you can confidently enjoy shrimp with a wonderful sweet and sour dipping sauce.

Recipe: Coconut-Breaded Shrimp with Spicy Pineapple Sauce (Whole30)

Shrimp Gumbo

Spicy Cajun gumbo, a dish originating in Louisiana in the 18th century, derives its flavor primarily from a dark roux. Filo powder—ground dried sassafras leaves—provides its characteristic thickness. Onions, celery, and green peppers, the "holy trinity" of both Creole and Cajun cuisine, provide flavor and richness to the thick shrimp and sausage stew, served over white rice.

Recipe: Louisiana Gumbo with Shrimp and Sausage

Shrimp "Fra Diavolo"

Use whole canned tomatoes as the base for the hot sauce. Red pepper flakes and garlic add heat.

Recipe: Shrimp "Fra Diavolo"

Shrimp "Franchese"

Lightly coat butterfly shrimp and pan-fry, then toss with spinach, cherry tomatoes, and a white wine-lemon sauce.

Recipe: French-style shrimp

Jambalaya with rice and shrimp

This Cajun-inspired dish is perfect if you want to impress guests but don't want to spend a fortune. Let the shrimp flavor shine by boiling the shells for a richer, more satisfying dish.

Recipe: Jambalaya with rice and shrimp

Bacon-wrapped shrimp

The shrimp get a rich flavor from the paprika and thyme marinade, and the bacon makes this appetizer even better.

Recipe: Bacon-wrapped shrimp

Shrimp frittata

This frittata is inspired by the Southern cuisine of the United States. It features shrimp, celery, green bell peppers, and onions, and its secret ingredient is Old Bay seafood seasoning, which adds a truly amazing flavor and aroma. This shrimp frittata is perfect for dinner with a glass of dry white wine, but it's also perfect for breakfast.

Recipe: Shrimp frittata

Ramen noodles with shrimp

You can add boiled shrimp and bacon to ramen noodles (yes, the kind that come from a packet) to create a meaty broth with a smoky flavor typical of stews.

Recipe: Shrimp Ramen

Shrimp and Corn Chowder

This chowder uses 2% milk instead of whole milk, making it lighter without sacrificing its creamy texture. Add a tangy kick with a dash of Old Bay seasoning.

Recipe: Shrimp and Corn Chowder

Baked Shrimp with Kale

This healthy, protein-rich shrimp dinner uses a generous serving of kale, which wilts during roasting. Grapeseed oil is a wonderful neutral alternative to olive oil, which could overpower the sweet and tangy flavor of the shrimp curry.

Recipe: Baked shrimp with herbs

Shrimp tacos

The shrimp are marinated for a few minutes in a spiced olive oil with chili, cumin, and paprika, then grilled and served on warm tortillas with a refreshing coleslaw in a sour cream dressing.

Recipe: Shrimp tacos

Tetrazzini with shrimp

The creamy tetrazzini sauce combines with the vibrant garlic and lemon flavors of shrimp scampi to create an incredibly delicious hybrid casserole.

Recipe: Tetrazzini with shrimp