17 Lip-Smacking Shrimp Recipes: Easy To Make And Always Delicious

Looking for some inspiration to shake up your seafood night? Then look no further! This collection features 17 easy and tasty shrimp recipes that are sure to become new favorites at your dinner table. We've got everything from quick and light shrimp scampi to flavorful shrimp curries, so there's something for everyone.

10-Minute Cajun Shrimp

This Cajun shrimp is made with bold Cajun spices, the richness of butter, the tanginess of lemon juice, and a savory hint of garlic. It’s absolutely delicious, and you know the best part? You only need 5 ingredients to make it from scratch in 10 minutes! 10-Minute Cajun Shrimp.

Shrimp Scampi

This shrimp scampi is inspired by my mom’s version, which is one of the most flavorful scampi recipes I’ve had! It uses a quick shrimp stock made from shrimp shells and white wine to develop an even deeper-tasting sauce. Each bite has a bright, lemony flavor and a kick of heat from red pepper flakes. It’s beautifully balanced and pairs perfectly with pasta! Shrimp Scampi.

The BEST Thai Shrimp Curry

Make dinner effortlessly with our Thai shrimp curry noodle bowl! Easy to prepare, it delivers big flavors with juicy shrimp, creamy coconut, and the perfect spice blend with Thai red curry paste on silky noodles. Ideal for busy evenings, it's a no-fuss crowd-pleaser that adds a delicious twist to your dinner lineup. The BEST Thai Shrimp Curry.

The BEST Shrimp Piccata

This easy recipe for Shrimp Piccata makes a delicious appetizer, or serve the piccata over pasta for an easy dinner. Shrimp are tossed in a lemon, garlic, butter sauce flecked with capers. Made in just 30-minutes! The BEST Shrimp Piccata.

Shrimp Risotto

This easy Shrimp Risotto recipe has a rich flavor and is deliciously creamy. It’s a restaurant-quality dish that the whole family will love! Shrimp Risotto.

Easy Shrimp Chow Mein

Make your takeout favourite Shrimp Chow Mein at home in less than 30 minutes. Easy, foolproof recipe with authentic results! Juicy shrimp tossed with flavour packed vegetables and noodles. This dish is healthy, easy and affordable. Easy Shrimp Chow Mein.

Salt And Pepper Shrimp

Try making this Chinese takeout classic in your air fryer. The same flavour of the salt and pepper shrimp but much less oil! Salt And Pepper Shrimp.

Shrimp Saganaki

Shrimp saganaki is a flavorful Greek shrimp dish cooked in savory tomato sauce with garlic, feta, & fresh herbs. Make it in just 15 minutes! Shrimp Saganaki.

Coconut Shrimp

Learn how to make coconut shrimp with just 6 ingredients! This easy coconut shrimp recipe takes only 20 minutes and has 5 sauce options. Coconut Shrimp.

Shrimp Creole with Sausage

This Shrimp Creole with Andouille Sausage is a flavor bomb! Plump shrimp and hearty sausage in a great Creole seasoned tomato sauce. If you’re a fan of New Orleans style food like us, this one is going in your rotation! Shrimp Creole with Sausage.

Shrimp de Jonghe (Butter Garlic Shrimp Casserole)

Do you know Shrimp de Jonghe? No? You can ask me, what is Shrimp de Jonghe? Simple, Swanky, Retro, Classic…

Shrimp + garlic + sherry + butter + aromatics in Gratin style. This is one of the gastronomic glories of Chicago, yet is virtually unknown everywhere else. The shrimp are blanketed in garlicky, sherry laced bread crumbs. Shrimp de Jonghe (Butter Garlic Shrimp Casserole).

Lemon Garlic Shrimp Cake

Move over crab, there’s a new cake in town! This easy recipe for Lemon Garlic Shrimp Cakes are packed with so much garlicky, lemony flavor. They make an absolutely delicious summer appetizer or dinner. Lemon Garlic Shrimp Cake.

Creamy Shrimp Chowder

Creamy Shrimp Chowder is a seafood soup loaded with vegetables including fennel, roasted red peppers, carrots, celery and onion. It’s cooked in a creamy mushroom base which also gives it incredible umami flavor. This recipe is naturally low in carbohydrates and gluten free too! Creamy Shrimp Chowder.

Ensalada De Camaron (Mexican Shrimp Salad)

Ensalada De Camaron is a tasty, refreshing and easy shrimp salad! Made with simple ingredient including celery, red pepper, carrots and potatoes and dressed up in a simple creamy mayo-based dressing, this is guaranteed to be a hit at every cookout and potluck this year! Ensalada De Camaron (Mexican Shrimp Salad).

Healthy Shrimp Tacos With Mango Salad

This recipe for Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa, made with blackened seasoned shrimp and topped with a delicious salsa. The flavors are so fresh and are perfect for warm days! Healthy Shrimp Tacos With Mango Salad.

Honey-Garlic Shrimp With Polenta

This Shrimp and Polenta recipe is quick, delicious, and perfect for any dinner. It combines creamy polenta, juicy shrimp, and a sweet-spicy honey garlic sauce to create a flavorful meal in under an hour. Honey-Garlic Shrimp With Polenta.

Malabar Shrimp Curry

Malabar prawn curry (Malabar shrimp curry) is a deliciously flavorful Indian seafood dish. It's on the less spicy side but with lots of wonderful aromatics, tangy tamarind and smooth, creamy coconut. And as a bonus, this tasty meal is quick to make too. Malabar Shrimp Curry.

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