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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 deep-fried frog legs

Deep-Fried Frog Legs

If you've always been curious about frog legs, deep fried is a great way to try them out. Just dip in an egg batter with hot sauce and flour, coat with cornmeal and cayenne, and...

Method:   deep fryer
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 oysters casino royale

Oysters Casino Royale

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

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for julia child's lobster

Julia Child's Lobster

Learn how to cook lobster from the master! Julia shares her methods for both boiling and steaming fresh lobster to perfection.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for garlic shrimp stir-fry

Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry

Broccoli and shrimp cooked in garlic and teriyaki is a great way to try out stir-frying. Once you've got the technique down, switch up the veggies and sauces to find your...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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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 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 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 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 cold marinated scallops

Cold Marinated Scallops

Seared scallops are marinated in lemon juice and served in a bloody Mary sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 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 low country boil

Low Country Boil

This tasty seafood boil is made with Italian sausage, potatoes, corn, shrimp, and seasoned with Old Bay.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 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 grilled shrimp and scallop kabobs

Grilled Shrimp And Scallop Kabobs

Skewered and grilled to perfection, enjoy the harmonious blend of tangy marinade and fresh seafood, making this shrimp and scallop combo suitable for any summer...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for copycat red lobster's shrimp scampi

Copycat Red Lobster's Shrimp Scampi

Shrimp is simmered in a garlicky wine-butter sauce and served over pasta that's been tossed with olive oil to copy the scampi served at Red Lobster.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat red lobster's shrimp diablo

Copycat Red Lobster's Shrimp Diablo

This Red Lobster shrimp diablo may be fiery but it tastes like heaven. Shrimp baked in a buttery, spicy BBQ sauce make perfect spicy little appetizers.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for creole crawfish monica

Creole Crawfish Monica

If you're looking for a creamy Creole treat, this rich crawfish Monica is right up your alley. Cajun seasoning with pasta, butter, and cream turn crawfish meat into a bowl of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for copycat hungry tarpon's fried shrimp burrito

Copycat Hungry Tarpon's Fried Shrimp Burrito

Fried shrimp, coleslaw, tartar sauce and flour tortillas make these copycat burritos a dinner you'll want to repeat

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bacon wrapped grilled shrimp stuffed with spicy cheese

Bacon Wrapped Grilled Shrimp Stuffed With Spicy Cheese

Watch out, these bacon wrapped grilled shrimp "poppers" are addicting!

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for deep fried shrimp

Deep Fried Shrimp

Serve these crispy deep-fried shrimp as an appetizer or main dish with tartar sauce, chili sauce, ranch dressing, or other dipping sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for grilled lobster tails with asian-style ginger sauce

Grilled Lobster Tails with Asian-Style Ginger Sauce

Unleash your inner gourmet chef with this grilled lobster tail with a tangy Asian twist. It's seafood that raises the bar without breaking a sweat in...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for copycat p.f. chang's lemon pepper shrimp

Copycat P.F. Chang's Lemon Pepper Shrimp

Made with soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, shrimp, cornstarch or potato starch, canola oil, lemon, vegetables, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for moroccan shrimp

Moroccan Shrimp

Made with cumin, shrimp, couscous, olive oil, yellow onion, kosher salt, black pepper, red bell pepper, golden raisins, whole tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for blue fox's scampi ala livornese

Blue Fox's Scampi Ala Livornese

Blue Fox's trick is to butterfly the shrimp and give them a quick soak in milk before pan-frying them and stirring in the classic white wine, butter and parsley.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for prawns sambuca

Prawns Sambuca

The licorice note of the Sambuca, combined with dry white wine and herby tarragon, makes for a complex pasta & prawns dish that'll add a new flavor to your palate.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for saucy seafood stir-fry

Saucy Seafood Stir-Fry

Shrimp and scallops are stir fried with broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, bell peppers and a secret sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for butter free shrimp scampi

Butter Free Shrimp Scampi

This scampi recipe may be lighter on calories but it's definitely not light on flavor!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for lemongrass shrimp and rice vermicelli

Lemongrass Shrimp And Rice Vermicelli

With cool cucumber in the rice noodles, lemongrass in the shrimp marinade, and fresh mint to tie it all together, this scratch-made recipe totally nails the Thai...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for crab and shrimp seafood enchiladas

Crab and Shrimp Seafood Enchiladas

Tortillas stuffed with a cheesy mixture of shrimp, crab, and onions get topped in a creamy garlic parsley sauce.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for baked shrimp in butter sauce

Baked Shrimp In Butter Sauce

Made with medium shrimp, lemons, butter, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic, hot pepper sauce

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for copycat ho ho's chinese restaurant shrimp chow mein

Copycat Ho Ho's Chinese Restaurant Shrimp Chow Mein

Fresh shrimp is stir fried with bean sprouts, water chestnuts, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots and served with crispy chow mein noodles.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for grilled shrimp with southwestern black bean salad

Grilled Shrimp With Southwestern Black Bean Salad

Shrimp are marinated in a citrus-soy mixture then grilled. Serve on a bed of zesty black bean and corn salad.

Method:   indoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for spanish mussels with chorizo and cava

Spanish Mussels with Chorizo and Cava

Mussels, chorizo sausage, and cava sparkling wine (save yourself a glass or two!) mixed into buttery garlic and leeks turn dinner into a feast.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pancit with shrimp

Pancit With Shrimp

Made with rice stick bihon noodles, oil, garlic, onion, cabbage, carrot, soy sauce, shrimp, green onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for shrimp and chicken creole

Shrimp and Chicken Creole

Creole shrimp and chicken definitely qualifies as comfort food, but this well-spiced bowl manages to do it without the mounds of butter and cheese that comfort favorites often...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for thai-style spicy shrimp and noodles

Thai-Style Spicy Shrimp And Noodles

This noodle dish is loaded with fresh Thai flavors. Coconut milk cools down the hot chili paste for a sensational sauce to cover the shrimp and stir-fried veggies.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for garlic chili dungeness crab

Garlic Chili Dungeness Crab

With a superstar ingredient like Dungeness crab, keeping it simple and letting the crab shine through is the way to go. A little garlic chili sauce, a little cilantro, a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for grilled shrimp scampi

Grilled Shrimp Scampi

Shrimp skewers marinated in olive oil, lemon juice and garlic are a mouthwatering summer treat. They go perfectly with rice and a refreshing grilled fruit like pineapple.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for grilled marinated scallops

Grilled Marinated Scallops

Your next BBQ will be the talk of the town with these zesty grilled marinated scallops.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for sherry's slow cooker crab

Sherry's Slow Cooker Crab

It's understandable to be hesitant about putting a great ingredient like crab meat into a crockpot, but trust Sherry on this one. The result is a creamy, chowder-like dish.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for red lobster's lobster de jonghe

Red Lobster's Lobster De Jonghe

Here's an easy grab for seafood lovers: Lobster De Jonghe, featuring buttery lobster meat and crispy bread crumbs right from the oven.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for fried sea scallops

Fried Sea Scallops

Made with tartar sauce, paprika, scallops, eggs, flour, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for shrimp & pasta stir fry

Shrimp & Pasta Stir Fry

Tired of plain ol' stir fries? Try this recipe that adds pasta to the dish along with other more traditional stir fry ingredients.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mexican grilled shrimp

Mexican Grilled Shrimp

Chipotle pepper, rum, and tamarind paste come together to spice up grilled shrimp. Serve them as is or try them in fish tacos.

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for baked spanish rice and shrimp casserole

Baked Spanish Rice And Shrimp Casserole

A great recipe for a quick dinner. Prepared spanish rice is mixed with shrimp, mushrooms, and white wine and baked in the oven.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baked mussels in garlic butter sauce

Baked Mussels in Garlic Butter Sauce

All these magnificent mussels need is a bright garlic butter with fresh parsley and black pepper. Serve with a big loaf of good, crusty bread and an even bigger...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for shrimp miami

Shrimp Miami

Tender shrimp cooked in olive oil with onion, garlic, and a hint of white pepper. Vermouth and lemon juice add a zesty of flavor. Toss with cooked pasta or serve over steamed rice.

Method:   electric skillet/wok
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for perfectly fried shrimp with garlic

Perfectly Fried Shrimp With Garlic

Made with olive oil, shrimp, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for garlic shrimp au gratin

Garlic Shrimp au Gratin

Made with dry sherry, salt and pepper, shrimp, garlic, butter, pork rinds, parsley

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mediterranean grilled scallops

Mediterranean Grilled Scallops

Tender sea scallops marinated in a blend of olive oil, garlic, and aromatic herbs, then grilled to golden brown perfection. Taste the Mediterranean without the airfare.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours





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