These shrimp recipes are sure will be your new rotation if you’ve been wanting to step up your shrimp game.
There are many different ways to cook shrimp and some are inspired by countries and regions worldwide that you can find in this collection, from Thailand, Japan, Mexico, to the Mediterranean!
Picture this: shrimp, seasoned just right and cooked in a fantastic way making it perfect if you want to impress your family or trying to quit a bad take-out habit.
From classic dishes to something impressive for a gathering, no matter what you choose you’ll get some big smiles around the table for serving one of this compilation of awesome shrimp recipes for sure.
Tasty Shrimp Recipes You Should Try
1. Air Fryer Fried Shrimp with Sriracha Mayo
Looking for the best and quick way to make fried shrimp? This easy recipe is your perfect option.
With only simple staple ingredients like crunchy panko breadcrumbs, an Old Bay seasoned breading, and creamy sriracha mayo, you can make this crispy, tender popcorn shrimp. You must put this scrumptious dish in your best air fryer recipes list. Definitely a keeper! (via 40 Aprons)
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2. Thai Coconut Shrimp Soup
Want to give your taste buds a new flavor to your usual dish? Then you should try this awesome recipe.
You will need coconut milk, red curry paste, garlic, fresh cilantro, and ginger to make this soup pack with flavour. The additional mushrooms and spinach make this food totally wholesome and healthy. Definitely will become everyone’s most requested dinner! (via Iowa Girl Eats)
3. Pan Seared Chimichurri Shrimp
Impress your family and friends with this stunning dish perfect for a Sunday supper with hardly any work.
With a mixture of finely chopped parsley, garlic, oregano, red wine vinegar, and olive oil, this juicy and amazing dish is downright addictive. Not only too good not to try, but you also have to add this to your list of favorite seafood recipes. (via The Epicurean Mouse)
4. Garlic Butter Shrimp
If you’re short on time but still want to eat something nice, this garlic butter shrimp is here for you. With less than 20 minutes, you’ll get a rich, lemony shrimp for dinner.
All you need to do is simply cook the shrimp in a skillet, and add some garlic and red pepper flakes before adding the butter lemon juice. Eat it with rice to make it a complete meal. (via Jo Cooks)
5. Pesto Shrimp Mushroom Pasta
What do you get when you combine shrimp with pasta? Dangerously perfection. White mushrooms, basil pesto, and red pepper flakes are some ingredients you’ll need to add for a flavor that’s unmatched.
This is a no-fuss way to satisfy your craving for shrimp pasta. You’ll definitely want seconds of this cozy dish! (via Julia’s Album)
6. Shrimp Gumbo
If you love chicken gumbo, then you won’t be disappointed with this amazing comfort food.
Perfectly paired with satisfying smoked andouille sausage, this succulent shrimp made with a rich and flavorful roux will make you lick your bowl clean!
You can take this dish over the top by adding some cayenne pepper if you like spicy food. A classic main course that will wow your guests. (via Chili Pepper Madness)
7. Bang Bang Shrimp
Call for shrimp, buttermilk, mayonnaise, cornstarch, Thai sweet chili sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, and sriracha (if you like extra heat), this is one tasty recipe that’s perfect for special occasions. If you are looking for a quick appetizer to impress, this one is a must! (via I Heart Naptime)
8. Shrimp Chop Suey
Features fresh and vibrant veggies like carrots, baby corn, mushrooms, snow peas, and celery, this classic Chinese-American dinner is the perfect delicious and easy weeknight meal you can try. The best way to bring Chinese cuisine to your home! (via Bless This Meal)
9. Spicy Shrimp Tacos
Take your shrimp to another level with this totally easy recipe that will give that touch of Mexican to your table!
Combine the best two favorite mixtures – creamy coleslaw and avocado salsa – these spicy crusted shrimp tacos with zesty lime and cilantro sauce are to die for! (via Every Last Bite)
10. Firecracker Shrimp
Grab your skillet and let’s cook this full of flavor shrimp. First, you’ll need to whisk together all the ingredients of the sauce and then season the shrimp with salt and pepper and coat them in a mixture of flour and cornflour and now you’re ready to cook them. The best part? This recipe takes only 30 minutes. (via A Farmgirl’s Dabbles)
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11. Mediterranean Shrimp Kabobs
Do you have lemon, olive oil, garlic cloves, fresh parsley, oregano, paprika, coriander, and red pepper flakes in your kitchen? Then you’re good to make this super juicy, delicious grilled shrimp. Better yet? Cook it on an outdoor grill for the ultimate backyard dinner. (via The Mediterranean Dish)
12. Yaki Udon with Shrimp
Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy shrimp noodle or a great way to incorporate shrimp in your noodles, you are going to love this recipe. The best part? This Japanese stir fried noodles takes only 20 minutes.
made with sliced vegetables and a savoury sauce blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and mirin, this udon shrimp surely will make you want to eat this again and again! (via Chili to Choc)
13. Spicy Shrimp and Grits Casserole with Gouda Cheese
Doesn’t this delicious casserole have you drooling? With only simple ingredients like quick-cooking grits, diced canned tomatoes, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper and wild-caught shrimp, you can make this awesome recipe that’s guaranteed will wow your guest. It’s comfort food at its finest! (via From A Chef’s Kitchen)
14. Crab Stuffed Shrimp
If you want to serve something that looks like it came from a fancy restaurant, then you’ve come to the right place because these crab-stuffed shrimp are sure to impress.
The seasoned crabmeat is then stuffed into the butterflies-cut shrimp before being baked for about 10 minutes. Trust me, everyone will be asking for this great recipe! (via Coined Cuisine)
15. New Orleans BBQ Shrimp
You’re about to have a knockout shrimp that will surprise your whole family!
Cooked in a spicy, lemony, buttery sauce and then eaten with crusty bread, this a bit messy but finger licking good dish is about to send you to heaven. (via Closet Cooking)
16. Shrimp Scampi
Don’t have time to cook for dinner? I’ve got you covered. Garlic, butter, bright lemon juice, and a splash of white wine peppers cooked together into a luscious Italian-American classic dish for an easy dinner that everyone will love. (via Salt & Lavender)
17. Coconut Curry Shrimp
let’s make a recipe that your family won’t easily expect and definitely will love.
Featuring creamy and spiced curry sauce, vegetables, and then served with warm white rice. This restaurant-worthy curry shrimp is the perfect dish for any occasion.
Don’t let any of that sauce of this pure comfort food die a horrible death in the sink, please! (via Be Greedy Eats)
18. Shrimp Linguine
If pasta is one of your favorite meals, then you’ll want to keep this recipe on rotation.
With 7 main ingredients, linguine, tomato paste, brown sugar, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, parsley, and of course shrimp, you’ll have a bold, spicy, and a bit sweet shrimp pasta that the entire family will love. Simple, easy and hands down delicious! (via Tried & True)
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