30 Delicious and Nutritious Shrimp Recipes You Need to Try

When you need a quick and easy dinner, these shrimp recipes are always a great option! Shrimp is one of the quickest-cooking proteins and can be transformed into so many delicious dishes. You’ll find a variety of appetizers, main dishes, and plenty of stir fry ideas. Which shrimp recipe will you try first?

Old Bay Shrimp Boil

This EASY old bay shrimp boil recipe is a classic for a reason! My low country shrimp boil takes a few shortcuts to make it a little easier to eat, but tastes just as good! And better yet? You’ll need just nine basic ingredients. 
Get the recipe: Old Bay Shrimp Boil

Shrimp Ceviche

This shrimp ceviche is made with simple ingredients, it comes together quickly, but will impress anyone you make it for because it tastes SO GOOD! Simply mix the shrimp, lime juice, and fresh veggies together and let the ceviche shrimp marinate or “cook” for a few hours before serving with tortilla chips.
Get the recipe: Shrimp Ceviche

Lemon Pepper Shrimp

This lemon pepper shrimp recipe is sure to become a weeknight dinner fave and there’s a lot to love. It’s full of butter-y, lemon-y, pepper-y flavor (YUM!); it’s ready in about 10 minutes; and it’s made with simple ingredients. Serve over rice with a simple veggie.
Get the recipe: Lemon Pepper Shrimp

Buffalo Shrimp

If you’re a buffalo fan, you’re going to need to add this buffalo shrimp recipe to your repertoire. Crispy shrimp is tossed with buffalo sauce for the ultimate shrimp appetizer. Serve with celery sticks, carrot sticks and ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Get the recipe: Buffalo Shrimp

Shrimp Quesadilla

This shrimp quesadilla has cheesy layers, slightly spiced shrimp, and a crispy tortilla to hold it all together. Serve the shrimp quesadillas with and a side of refried black beans a lot of fresh toppings at the table and let everyone top their own.
Get the recipe: Shrimp Quesadilla

Shrimp Okonomiyaki

This easy shrimp okonomiyaki recipe may sound exotic (and it IS totally delicious!), but it’s also surprisingly simple to make! Okonomiyaki is a savory “pancake,” similar to a Korean scallion pancake, but made with shredded cabbage, flour, eggs, and some simple seasonings. 
Get the recipe: Shrimp Okonomiyaki

Moo Shu Shrimp

This moo shu shrimp recipe has everything you’re looking for in a weeknight meal. It’s nutritious, it’s fast (just 20 minutes), and it’s totally delicious. You’ll love making this takeout classic at home.
Get the recipe: Moo Shu Shrimp

Shrimp Linguine

This shrimp and linguine starts with a base of chewy linguine, is topped with buttery garlic shrimp, and finished with crunchy garlic breadcrumbs for big time flavor and texture in each bite. 
Get the recipe: Shrimp Linguine

General Tso’s Shrimp

This General Tso’s shrimp dish is loaded with classic flavors of the popular Chinese takeout dish – ginger and spicy red pepper! While it’s typically made with chicken, we’re making it with shrimp and this easy meal comes together in less than 20 minutes, making it a great weeknight dinner. 
Get the recipe: General Tso’s Shrimp

Old Bay Steamed Shrimp

This Old Bay steamed shrimp recipe is a great way to give a classic shrimp cocktail a little extra flavor. It’s mild in flavor, but super flavorful. Serve the shrimp as a peel-and-eat appetizer or light meal, so include a bowl for the shells, it’s a DIY dish! 
Get the recipe: Old Bay Steamed Shrimp

Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi 

This garlic butter shrimp served over couscous is the perfect dinner for when you are running short on time. Just six simple ingredients to make and it’s on the table in just 15 minutes.
Get the recipe: Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi 

Shrimp Teriyaki Stir Fry

Need a family-friendly, quick and easy, and totally delicious dinner? This shrimp teriyaki stir fry is IT! This teriyaki shrimp has a sweet, glossy sauce and the whole family loves it! Serve it over rice and with a veggie.
Get the recipe: Shrimp Teriyaki Stir Fry

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

This bacon wrapped shrimp on the grill are a smoky, salty, and succulent appetizer (or main dish!) This recipe is made with just four ingredients and takes just a few minutes to prep. 
Get the recipe: Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

Easy Shrimp Fajitas

These tasty shrimp fajitas are so flavorful, healthy and easy to make. They make a perfect, quick cooking dinner for busy weeknights that the whole family will love. 
Get the recipe: Easy Shrimp Fajitas

Shrimp Masala 

Tasty and tender shrimp masala curry cooked in a rustic Indian sauce made with onions and tomatoes, along with aromatics such as ginger, garlic, and spices.
Get the recipe: Shrimp Masala 

Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara 

This chicken and shrimp carbonara is going to satisfy your Olive Garden cravings! It’s tasty, easy, and so comforting and decadent at the same time. Juicy Argentinian shrimp, chicken breast, and pancetta pair so beautifully together in a silky smooth sauce.
Get the recipe: Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara 

Dips for Shrimp

There are so many possibilities for dips that pair well with shrimp, and we’re exploring 4 different options!
Get the recipe: Dips for Shrimp

Shrimp Scampi 

This garlic butter shrimp pasta, also known as shrimp scampi, is a classic for a reason. It’s pure deliciousness on every single level! 
Get the recipe: Shrimp Scampi 

Coconut Shrimp 

Restaurant quality crispy coconut shrimp is easy to make at home!  Serve with a pina colada dipping sauce, orange mustard dipping sauce, or both. No need to choose between them! 
Get the recipe: Coconut Shrimp 

Shrimp Coconut Curry 

Made with a delightful ethnic blend of spices, this shrimp curry recipe bursts with flavors that will make your taste buds squeal with joy!
Get the recipe: Shrimp Coconut Curry 

 Shrimp Omelet 

Low in carbs but high in flavor, this shrimp spinach sunny side up omelet makes a great breakfast or brunch. A shrimp omelet recipe makes an unusual change from the more typical ham and cheese or mushroom varieties.
Get the recipe:  Shrimp Omelet 

Caribbean Jerk Spiced Shrimp 

This smoked Caribbean jerk spiced shrimp is especially good. Once you know how to make jerk seasoning you can make BBQ shrimp on a Traeger grill or pellet grill quickly and easily. Sweet and spicy shrimp pair with all kinds of sides and the flavor of this dish is unbeatable.
Get the recipe: Caribbean Jerk Spiced Shrimp 

Asian Shrimp

What’s not to love about a flavorful, healthy meal that the whole family will love that you can have on the table in just 15 minutes? This simply satisfying Asian dish is sure to be a favorite in your house. 
Get the recipe: Asian Shrimp

Pan-Fried Garlic Prawns

These garlic butter prawns are delicious and fancy enough for a dinner party, and simple enough for a weeknight dinner. All you need are prawns with the sells on, garlic butter, and some fresh lemon for a meal everyone will rave about. 
Get the recipe: Pan-Fried Garlic Prawns

Peri-Peri Prawns

These delicious prawns look intimidating in their natural state, but in fact they are actually very easy to prepare. The flavors from the peri-peri infused oil are amazing and pair perfectly with the flavors of prawns. 
Get the recipe: Peri-Peri Prawns

Shrimp Curry

Transport your taste buds with this fantastic fifteen minute curry. So spicy, creamy, and delicious and it’s on the table fast too! Serve it with rice, bread, or noodles for a complete and filling meal.
Get the recipe: Shrimp Curry

Keto Shrimp Tacos

These easy to make keto shrimp tacos are perfect for those looking for a quick to prepare meal that fits with your diet plan. Crispy flavorful shrimp and crunchy lettuce are the perfect option when you are craving shrimp tacos on a keto diet. 
Get the recipe: Keto Shrimp Tacos

Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry

This zucchini noodle stir fry is a delicious and healthy low carb dinner that the whole family will love. The light, peanut butter flavored sauce is the perfect way to pull this dish together and you won’t even miss the carbs.  Get the recipe: Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry

Cajun Shrimp

Looking for a made from scratch healthy meal that you can get on the table in under 15 minutes? Then this Cajun shrimp recipe is the one for you. These spicy shrimp are seasoned and then pan-fried to really bring out their best flavors.  Get the recipe: Cajun Shrimp

Shrimp Curry Noodles

Looking for a flavorful comfort food dinner the whole family will love? Then check out this recipe for shrimp noodle curry. This spicy Thai dinner is a great way to warm up on a cool evening, or anytime you just need some home cooked comfort food.   Get the recipe: Shrimp Curry Noodles