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30 Seriously Easy Shrimp Recipes

Easy shrimp recipes to barbecue, bake, or sauté.

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MIKE GARTEN

If you’re a fan of seafood, shrimp is one of the most versatile and delicious protein options. There are tons of easy shrimp recipes for fast weeknight dinners or passed party apps that feel fancier just because they include shrimp. Having shrimp on the menu will surely impress the guests at your next cocktail party or excite your family on an otherwise typical Wednesday night.

Whether you’re looking for healthy shrimp recipes or more indulgent scampis and enchiladas, they make for a great shellfish to keep in the fridge or freezer since they can be incorporated into almost any type of dish. They’re especially useful to have on hand if someone in the house is on a pescatarian diet. You can give shrimp a Mexican, Asian, Italian, Spanish-inspired twist, and even serve them solo in a shrimp cocktail or ceviche. No matter your preferences, you can find an easy shrimp recipe that everyone will enjoy, from tossing them in a spicy lettuce wrap to fragrant and garlicky one-pan roasts.

Don’t let the fear of deveining or cooking improperly stop you from exploring the culinary world of shrimp. You can figure out how to cook shrimp in a way that works for you, whether that means buying them frozen or learning what they should look like when they’re ready to eat. These are some of the most mouthwatering and easy shrimp recipes to hit the ground running on your under-the-sea adventure.

1

Roasted Feta Shrimp and Polenta

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MIKE GARTEN

A shrimp dish in only 25 minutes? This filling and easy shrimp recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

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2

Spicy Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

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MIKE GARTEN

Fresh and full of veggies, these shrimp lettuce wraps are a great healthy lunch idea.

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3

Shrimp Enchiladas with Zucchini and Corn

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MIKE GARTEN

Take your enchiladas to the next level with shrimp, zucchini and tons of spicy flavor.

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4

Shrimp Ceviche

shrimp ceviche in blue and white bowl
MIKE GARTEN

This zesty, colorful ceviche app will brighten up any dinner party.

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5

Soba Noodle Salad With Shrimp and Ginger Vinaigrette

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MIKE GARTEN

Soba noodles are the perfect base for this crunchy and flavorful salad.

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6

Shrimp Curry and Rice

shrimp curry and rice in pan on blue wood table
MIKE GARTEN

A one pan meal means all of that simmering curry flavor with much quicker cleanup.

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7

Roasted Garlicky Shrimp

roasted garlicky shrimp in white pan on blue table
DANIELLE DALY

Garlic makes everything better, like this single pan shrimp roast perfect for packing into pitas.

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8

No-Cook Shrimp Rolls

no cook shrimp rolls on teal platter
MIKE GARTEN

Move over, lobster rolls — these fresh and crunchy shrimp sandwiches will be your new summer seaside staple.

Get the recipe for No-Cook Shrimp Rolls »

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9

Roasted Cumin Shrimp and Asparagus

roasted cumin shrimp and asparagus on light blue table
DANIELLE DALY

Cumin and cayenne spice up this simple yet flavorful shrimp dinner.

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10

Shrimp Boil Foil Packs

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MIKE GARTEN

Southern seafood boils are a whole lot of fun, and this version cuts the clean-up time way down.

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11

Charred Shrimp, Leek and Asparagus Skewers

charred shrimp, leek and asparagus skewers on blue plate
MIKE GARTEN

Skewering shrimp with veggies to toss on the grill makes for the perfect healthy summer dinner.

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12

Old Bay Shrimp

old bay shrimp in white bowl
JONNY VALIANT

There's no better, easier way to cook shrimp than with this classic seafood seasoning.

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13

Gingery Shrimp Toasts

gingery shrimp toasts
Mike Garten

Step aside, shrimp cocktail. These crunchy, Asian toasts are about to take over happy hour.

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14

Roasted Shrimp & Poblano Salad

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Mike Garten

The easiest way to cook shrimp? Roast it! Place them on a baking sheet and pop in the oven for five minutes. Then proceed to add it to your favorite eats, like this fiery avocado salad.

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15

Citrusy Shrimp-Stuffed Avocados

citrusy shrimp avocado
Mike Garten

Avocados are the perfect vehicle for this Peruvian-inspired shrimp ceviche.

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16

Saucy Creole Shrimp

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CHRISTOPHER TESTANI

Shrimp is so not a summer-only staple! This spicy shrimp stew can be slurped all year long.

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17

Shrimp and Zucchini Scampi

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Mike Garten

Pasta plus garlic, shrimp, zucchini and wine equals everything you could possibly ever need (or want).

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18

Vietnamese Shrimp and Vegetable Rolls

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MIKE GARTEN

Stuffed with shrimp, mint, carrots, cilantro and rice noodles, these Asian wraps make for the freshest summer lunch.

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19

Chutney-Glazed Shrimp with Lentils

<p>Coat shrimp with a sweet, curry chutney before tossing with sliced zucchini, hearty lentils and fresh cilantro.</p><p><a href="http://offer4you.info/food-recipes/a1509/chutney-glazed-shrimp-lentils-recipe-ghk0415/%22 target="_blank"><em>Get the recipe for Chutney-Glazed Shrimp with Lentils »</em></a></p>
Emily Kate Roemer

Coat shrimp with a sweet, curry chutney before tossing with sliced zucchini, hearty lentils and fresh cilantro.

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20

Cioppino

cioppino
EMILY KATE ROEMER

Originating in San Francisco, this Italian-American fish stew showcases all the best seafood (think: clams, mussels, shrimp and cod). Serve with some crusty bread so everyone can sop up the deliciousness left behind.

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