Seafood Appetizers

As Bubba once said,"shrimp is the fruit of the sea." Do him proud with this copycat coconut shrimp from Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. The secret to the...

Method:   stovetop, deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

These little potato bites make a killer appetizer. Spuds stuffed with a mixture of cream cheese, crab and bacon are like the best bite of a baked potato, but for...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Sauteed scallops strike the ideal balance between elegance and ease of preparation. Ready in under half an hour, these scallops get their tasty flavor from simple, fresh ingredients.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with onion, celery, bell pepper, crab meat, salad shrimp, tarragon, salt and pepper, garlic, portabella mushrooms, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with celery, peanuts, lemon juice, onion, mayonnaise, butter, black pepper, Bisquick, milk

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Smoked Salmon Mousse: for when you want to spread a little fancy on your crackers without spending a sea of time in the kitchen.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Cubes of English cucumber are wrapped in smoked salmon and cream cheese and rolled in freshly chopped dill to make this impressive yet simple appetizer recipe.


Time:   2-5 hours

Old Bay and Dijon mustard add a New England kick that's right on point with these crab cakes, but what else would you expect from a Red Lobster copycat?

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with Tabasco sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, oysters, bacon, onion, celery, green bell pepper, lemon juice

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Flaky crescent roll dough is topped with cooked lobster that is basted in sherry and butter.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Fresh littleneck clams are simmered in a basil-garlic broth which gently steams them open and infuses them with flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A simple appetizer made with bacon, shrimp, and teriyaki sauce.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This flavorful baked clams appetizer is always a party pleaser.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Crab cakes seem to get all the hype; give these clam cakes a shot instead. A crucial complement to clam chowder.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

These crab cakes have a great balance of ingredients which yield tender cakes that hold their shape without being dry.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Ahh rangoon, the pinnacle of take-out appetizer - try making the crunchy, creamy bites at home. Cream cheese and shrimp make up these tasty rangoon, or sub out the shrimp for crab if...

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

Forget what you know about shrimp cocktail, because this Mexican variation just changed the game. It's halfway between spicy cocktail sauce and citrusy ceviche.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Crab rangoons are a staple in many Chinese restaurants. They are surprisingly easy to make at home with wonton wrappers, imitation crab meat, and cream cheese.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with bacon, bourbon, green onions, maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, black pepper, scallops

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This is a classic way to serve calamari. Rich in Italian flavors, the calamari is filled with a sun dried tomato and peas stuffing and baked in a white wine-tomato sauce.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Juicy shrimp wrapped in crispy bacon, glazed with a zesty chili sauce. These spicy shrimp appetizers are a hit every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Poached squid with shrimp, garlic, and egg, pan-fried and simmered in chicken stock makes an exotic party food.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Crispy-fried calamari with a spicy Cajun-style kick.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Perfect as a snack, lunch, or party appetizer. Smoked salmon is mixed with soft herb cheese and spread on flour tortillas.


Time:   1-2 hours

Sea scallops are wrapped in bacon and basted with a maple syrup and horseradish mixture while cooking. Amazing!

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

These crab cakes use panko bread crumbs which give them a lighter texture than other crab cakes. Serve with tartar or cocktail sauce, or some wasabi mayo!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Crawfish boils are serious business, don't let anybody tell you otherwise. That's why this recipe serves 25 - because if it's worth doing, it's worth doing well enough to throw...

Method:   campfire, outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

Say goodbye to your standard snack and hello to a crunchy treat of fried calamari accompanied by an addictive roasted garlic lime aioli, a match made...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Let these shrimp toasts be the life of your next party. Chopped shrimp baked onto little triangular toasts are only a little quicker to eat than they are to make.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with scallops, teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, dry sherry, spring onions, oyster sauce, lemon or lime juice, sesame oil, garlic, ginger

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with egg, oil, lump crab meat, red bell pepper, onion, garlic, lemon, salt, black pepper, Old Bay seasoning

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Crisp on the outside, meaty crab on the inside. Serve with a remoulade, tartar sauce, chili sauce, or another favorite dipping sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Red Lobster's smoked salmon canapes are an easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. They can be made ahead of time, making them a...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Lomi lomi is the Hawaiian phrase for massage. Traditionally you would "massage" the salmon and other ingredients with your hands but feel free to use a utensil if...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and pepper, bread crumbs, butter, oysters, green onions, garlic, lump crabmeat

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Say hello to your new go-to recipe for crab cakes. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, you'll be wondering why you waited so long to try them.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt, bacon, watermelon, crab meat

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

No need to break out the charcoal for this grilled appetizer. Shrimp are wrapped in bacon and basted with a barbecue sauce mixture and cooked on an indoor...

Method:   indoor grill, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with grape tomatoes, prosciutto, shrimp, lemon, garlic, salt and pepper, olive oil, arugula


Time:   under 30 minutes

Elegant and delicious, shrimp cocktail is a popular dish that can be served as an appetizer or even as the main course.


Time:   over 5 hours

These bacon wrapped shrimp morsels may just be appetizers, but chances are you'll want them as a main course.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

The seasoned shrimp are juicy and tender, and the spicy chipotle cocktail sauce adds just the right amount of kick to make this dish truly amazing.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and pepper, pink peppercorn, avocados, garlic, lime, shrimp, sour cream, Tabasco sauce, chervil

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These bell pepper and breadcrumb crab cakes are pretty amazing, but it's the roasted red pepper sauce that pulls the whole thing together.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Salmon salad is an awesome option for a refreshing, protein-packed lunch. Diced onion provides just the right amount of bite to balance out the salmon and juicy tomatoes.


Time:   30-60 minutes

Whenever there's creamy crab rangoon in the takeout box, it's always the first to go. Now you can make it at home and keep more for yourself.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and pepper, water or court bouillon, shrimp, red onions, yellow bell pepper, tomatoes, red bell pepper, fresh mango, avocado, lemon...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with cayenne pepper, white pepper, fresh parsley, jumbo lump crab, panko, olive oil, lemon, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with butter, brandy, garlic, cayenne pepper, shallots, salt, heavy cream, Romano cheese, flour, bread crumbs

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:  

Made with parsley, cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, mayonnaise, onion, chili sauce, crab meat


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with onion, bell pepper, garlic, crawfish tails, blackened seasoning, Cajun seasoning, garlic sauce, fresh parsley...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with fresh parsley, blue crab meat, white bread, Worcestershire sauce, salt, dry mustard, black pepper, bay seasoning, pasteurized eggs, mayonnaise

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with egg yolk, lump crab meat, aioli, Creole seasoning, egg, fresh parsley, butter, clarified butter or olive oil, garlic, kosher salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with bread crumbs, crab meat, cream cheese, red bell pepper, red onions, celery, hot sauce, Creole seasoning, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes