Shrimply Irresistible: 15 Amazing Shrimp Recipes You Need to Try

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Are you on the hunt for seafood sensations that transport your taste buds straight to the ocean? Look no further, we’ve got you covered with these lip-smacking shrimp recipes! From tantalizing tacos to heavenly pasta dishes, we’re serving up five of the best shrimp recipes that’ll make your next meal an absolute treat. Dive into the deep sea of flavors with us.

New Orleans BBQ Shrimp

platter of bbq shrimp in skillet.
Grilled New Orleans BBQ Shrimp. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

This is one of those crazy good recipes that only takes 30 minutes to master for savory & spicy New Orleans BBQ Shrimp with crusty bread for dipping.
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Cajun Grilled Shrimp Tacos

Overhead shrimp tacos lined up and garnished.
Shrimp tacos. Photo credit: GirlCarnivore.

This amazing grilled shrimp taco recipe has just a bit of Creole heat from the spice rub, crisp slaw, & an easy creamy taco sauce all in 20 minutes!
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Crawfish Fettuccine with Blackened Shrimp

Blackened shrimp fettucine.
Photo credit: Girls Can Grill

Every night can be crawfish season with this Crawfish fettuccine recipe made with frozen crawfish tails and an easy Alfredo sauce.
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Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Grilled shrimp skewers on platter.
Grilled shrimp skewers. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Fire up the grill for this easy 30 minute recipe for barbecue grilled shrimp skewers brushed with BBQ sauce and finished with a fresh chimichurri sauce!
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Easy Garlic Butter Shrimp

pan of garlic butter shrimp.
Garlic butter shrimp. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

This garlic butter shrimp is about as easy and delicious a recipe as you can make in a single cast iron pan! Ready in 15 minutes 🦐 🧈 🍳
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Smashed Shrimp Burger

Shrimp smashed and served on bun with lettuce and tomato.
Smashed shrimp burger. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Most shrimp burgers are made with patties of ground shrimp and some binders. This shrimp burger is different, because the patty is all shrimp
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Bloody Mary Shrimp Cocktail

Shrimp in lettuce wedges.

Bloody Mary shrimp cocktail recipe is a fun spin on a classic appetizer meets everyone’s favorite brunch cocktail! A +21 delicious shrimp app!
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Dutch Oven Shrimp Korma

Overhead of shrimp korma in bowls.
Shrimp korma. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Mild Dutch oven Shrimp korma cooked over a campfire with spinach and green beans for a perfect camping recipe or comfort meal on traditional range.
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Tabasco Grilled Shrimp

Grilled shrimp on platter.
Tabasco grilled shrimp. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

These Tabasco Grilled Shrimp are simple to make, and boy are they packed with flavor. Between the char of the grill, the heat of the Tabasco and the fresh thyme, the flavors are simple yet memorable.
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Keto Bang Bang Shrimp in the Air Fryer

Bang Bang Shrimp on a plate with sauce on the side and linens.
Bang Bang Shrimp. Photo Credit: Girl Carnivore.

Perfectly crispy crazy delicious air fryer bang bang shrimp in 30 minutes with step by step recipe and keto-friendly ingredients!
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Shrimp Saganaki with crispy Fried Halloumi

Overhead of platter of shrimp tomato and bread.
Shrimp saganaki. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

This delicious Shrimp saganaki recipe is loaded with big shrimp, a fresh tomato sauce, and set aflame for serving with crispy fried halloumi.
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Grilled Coconut Shrimp with Dipping Sauce

Grilled coconut shrimp with dipping sauce.
Grilled coconut shrimp. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Love coconut shrimp, but not the extra calories that come with it? Grilled coconut shrimp are sweet, crunchy and around 300 calories per serving.
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Best Grilled Shrimp on the Planet

Close up of grilled shrimp.
Grilled shrimp. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

What does it take to make the best grilled shrimp on the planet? One secret ingredient, shrimp shells and about 15 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Best Grilled Shrimp on the Planet

Grilled Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus

Grilled lemon garlic shrimp on a plate.
Grilled lemon garlic shrimp. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Grill lemon garlic shrimp and asparagus without losing them through the grill grate by using Reynolds Wrap® Non-Stick Aluminum Foil.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus