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Seafood Dinners

Seafood Dinners

Delicious seafood recipes like Bonefish Grill's Bang Bang shrimp, Red Lobster shrimp scampi, baked mussels in garlic butter sauce, frog legs, fried scallops, Cajun grilled shrimp, and Creole crawfish Monica.

Fun Food Holiday: October is National Seafood Month.



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recipe for shrimp alexander

Shrimp Alexander

Buttered shrimp are coated with homemade seasoned bread crumbs and quickly oven-baked until done.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat bonefish grill's coconut shrimp

Copycat Bonefish Grill's Coconut Shrimp

The sauce is key for these crispy, coconut-coated morsels. Sweet mango with a bite of jalapeno and a splash of Thai fish sauce make up the delightful dipping...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker shrimp marinara

Slow Cooker Shrimp Marinara

A popular Italian seafood recipe made easy with the slow cooker. Shrimp are simmered in a slow-cooked seasoned tomato sauce and served over pasta.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for mesquite grilled shrimp

Mesquite Grilled Shrimp

Change up your grilling routine and throw these wonderfully seasoned shrimp on the grill this weekend!

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for stir-fried crab curry (poo pad pong garee)

Stir-Fried Crab Curry (Poo Pad Pong Garee)

This stir-fried crab curry is a delicious and easy way to cook crab. The curry powder, fish sauce, and sugar give the dish a unique flavor that is both sweet...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for shrimp scampi with mushrooms

Shrimp Scampi with Mushrooms

Cremini mushrooms bring a nice twist to standard scampi. Butter-sauteed garlic with mushrooms, flour-dusted shrimp, and white wine goes great with pasta.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for quick teriyaki shrimp and rice

Quick Teriyaki Shrimp And Rice

A quick and basic shrimp stir-fry. Pan fry the shrimp with garlic and olive oil for a deliciously easy meal. Pro-tip: use leftover rice to make it even faster.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat outback steakhouse coconut shrimp

Copycat Outback Steakhouse Coconut Shrimp

Learn to make this awesome Outback appetizer at home. Shrimp get a dunk in easy homemade coconut batter before being fried, baked, and served with tangy orange...

Method:   electric skillet/wok, deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for peking shrimp

Peking Shrimp

Battered shrimp, fried and coated in a sweet garlic-scallion sauce, are irresistible little morsels perfect for serving with steamed rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mussels with sambuca

Mussels with Sambuca

Sambuca is an Italian anise-flavored liqueur that pairs well with tomatoes in cooking. The mussels are steamed in the tomato-sambuca broth which imparts the flavor to them as well.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for clams posillipo

Clams Posillipo

Few dishes are as stylish yet simple as this one. Oil, garlic, tomatoes and clams come together in just a few quick minutes. Serve with melted butter and crusty bread to soak up all the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat p.f. chang's firecracker shrimp

Copycat P.F. Chang's Firecracker Shrimp

Make the popular shrimp dish from PF Chang's at home with this copycat recipe. Shrimp is marinated and stir fried along with vegetables and noodles and tossed...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker greek shrimp

Slow Cooker Greek Shrimp

A slow cooker version of the classic Greek dish, shrimp saganaki. Serve it with bread for sopping up the delicious sauce.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for creamy shrimp scampi

Creamy Shrimp Scampi

Shrimp is cooked in a creamy white wine sauce and tossed with cooked linguine.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for shrimp francais

Shrimp Francais

A delicious twist on basic white wine and lemon sauteed shrimp. These shrimp get a flour and egg coating for a crispy outer crunch and some Marsala wine to replace the usual white.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for poor man's lobster

Poor Man's Lobster

It's not really lobster but you'll think you are eating it with this rich, buttery fish recipe. Monkfish has a "meaty" flesh that is very similar to lobster which is why it...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for avocado and crab-meat sushi

Avocado And Crab-Meat Sushi

Simple sushi rolls made with rice, cucumber, avocado, and crab meat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for brazilian garlic shrimp

Brazilian Garlic Shrimp

Shrimp is quick-cooked over high heat in a garlic and olive oil mixture. This simple recipe yields perfectly seasoned and cooked shrimp.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker low country seafood boil

Slow Cooker Low Country Seafood Boil

A flavorful slow cooker version of a seafood boil with shrimp, smoked sausage, potatoes, and corn.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for woo dip har (butterfly shrimp)

Woo Dip Har (Butterfly Shrimp)

Made with prawns, egg, corn flour, dry sherry, salt, peanut oil, light soy sauce, garlic, fresh ginger

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for batter fried frog legs

Batter Fried Frog Legs

Get ready to experience a tasty and crispy treat with this easy recipe for batter fried frog legs. Made with a simple cornmeal batter, these frog legs cook up in just minutes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker caribbean shrimp and rice

Slow Cooker Caribbean Shrimp and Rice

Shrimp is slow cooked in a seasoned broth and then mixed with peas, tomatoes, and cooked rice before serving.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for blackened oysters

Blackened Oysters

Fresh oysters are covered in a spicy coating and deep fried until golden brown.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for fried shrimp with dipping sauce

Fried Shrimp with Dipping Sauce

Fried shrimp are the perfect appetizer or party snack: delicious, dippable, and easy to pop! Serve them with the creamy, tangy mayo dipping sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bhagari jhinga (indian shrimp curry)

Bhagari Jhinga (Indian Shrimp Curry)

Quick cooking Indian curry that tastes like it took all day. Creamy, spiced coconut milk makes a super flavorful simmer sauce for stir-fried shrimp or fish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for coconut shrimp with apricot dipping sauce

Coconut Shrimp with Apricot Dipping Sauce

Shrimp is coated in a seasoned coconut beer batter and deep fried. Serve with the warm dipping sauce that pairs well with the coconut and curry flavors of the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for chicken fried shrimp

Chicken Fried Shrimp

You have chicken fried chicken, chicken fried steak, so why not chicken fried shrimp? The savory buttermilk batter provides the perfect coating on these crispy fried crustaceans.

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for empanadas de camarao (shrimp empanadas)

Empanadas De Camarao (Shrimp Empanadas)

These savory Empanadas de Camarao (Shrimp Empanadas) are filled with a mixture of shrimp, hearts of palm, and tomatoes, then baked until golden brown. The...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chef john folse's shrimp remoulade

Chef John Folse's Shrimp Remoulade

This creamy remoulade makes a zesty alternative to standard cocktail sauce. If you can't track down any Creole mustard, dijon makes a perfectly good substitute.


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for seafood cabbage rolls

Seafood Cabbage Rolls

Not your traditional cabbage rolls! If you like shrimp you'll enjoy this twist on an old favorite. Cabbage leaves are filled with orzo and shrimp and baked in a white-wine stock...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker shrimp newburg

Slow Cooker Shrimp Newburg

A creamy and flavorful shrimp dish served over rice.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for abraham lincoln's scalloped oysters

Abraham Lincoln's Scalloped Oysters

Made with Worcestershire sauce, sherry, butter, cracker crumbs, oysters, black pepper, cream

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for bubba gump shrimp company forrest's shrimper's net-catch

Bubba Gump Shrimp Company Forrest's Shrimper's Net-Catch

Just a good old-fashioned shrimp boil! The magic is in the poaching liquid - hot sauce, beer, and bay leaves help turn out a big, well-seasoned...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for spicy shrimp scampi

Spicy Shrimp Scampi

White wine, garlic, and lemon juice give this pasta dish classic flavor while red pepper flakes provide a fiery twist.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for boiled shrimp

Boiled Shrimp

Perfectly seasoned and boiled shrimp makes great finger food for a party or snack. Serve with cocktail sauce, warm garlic butter, sriracha mayo, or other dipping sauces.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for peppery pan-fried shrimp

Peppery Pan-Fried Shrimp

Easy pan fried shrimp for appetizers, tacos, whatever. A spicy flour coating gives the shrimp a little pep in their step.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked seafood casserole

Baked Seafood Casserole

Made with onion, celery, red bell pepper, seafood, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, parsley

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for shrimp in garlic cream sauce

Shrimp In Garlic Cream Sauce

Sauteed shrimp are smothered in a white wine, garlic, and cream sauce and served over rice, couscous, or steamed vegetables.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for gamberi con aglio (shrimp with garlic sauce)

Gamberi Con Aglio (Shrimp With Garlic Sauce)

Classic flavor combinations with great ingredients are tough to beat! Shrimp cooked with olive oil, garlic and white wine go perfectly with pasta (if you...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for adam's crawfish etouffee

Adam's Crawfish Etouffee

Etouffee is French for "smothered" which these tender crawfish tails are, in a roux-thickened mixture of onion, bell pepper, celery, chicken bouillon, and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for skillet shrimp

Skillet Shrimp

This dish features shrimp cooked in a flavorful blend of garlic, lemon juice, and spices, resulting in a quick and delicious seafood treat. Ideal for a speedy dinner or a tasty...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat applebee's garlic and peppercorn fried shrimp

Copycat Applebee's Garlic And Peppercorn Fried Shrimp

Let the crispness of the breadcrumbs and the sizzle of garlic and pepper take you on a seafood adventure with this Applebee's recipe - it's...

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for skillet pineapple shrimp

Skillet Pineapple Shrimp

Sauteed garlic and ginger along with a tropical trifecta of orange, pineapple, and lemon juice makes a bright sauce for shrimp and pineapple served over rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ramen with shrimp in garlic butter

Ramen With Shrimp In Garlic Butter

An easy way to dress up a package of ramen noodles. Shrimp and ramen are coated in a rich garlic butter sauce for a quick meal ready in 10 minutes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for shrimp scampi with basmati rice

Shrimp Scampi With Basmati Rice

This scampi recipe is an easy way to enjoy a delicious seafood meal. The rice provides a perfect base for the shrimp, while the garlic, lemon, and white wine give the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for asian-style shrimp and rice with water chestnuts

Asian-Style Shrimp And Rice With Water Chestnuts

Toasted rice and water chestnuts compose a magnetic taste and texture to the gingery shrimp. Add a pop of color with green peas and enjoy.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked shrimp scampi

Baked Shrimp Scampi

Classic dijon and lemon add terrific flavor to these oven-baked shrimp. Serve them on their own or on top of some creamy pasta.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for quilted bear's coquilles st. jacques

Quilted Bear's Coquilles St. Jacques

Crispy-edged baked mashed potatoes surrounding a creamy, lemony melange of scallops and mushrooms. Absolutely a dish worthy of company, but is the company worthy of...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for curried prawns

Curried Prawns

Onions, celery and tomato paste cooked with curry powder and stock turns simple prawns into a delicious curry over rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for copycat outback steakhouse shrimp on the barbie

Copycat Outback Steakhouse Shrimp on the Barbie

Copy this famous Outback Steakhouse recipe at home! Shrimp are seasoned with a dry rub then pan fried or grilled with an olive oil and white wine baste.

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





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