The BEST collection of Shrimp Recipes for the everyday cook. With best practices and tips for cooking shrimp using different cooking methods, this will be your guide to all things shrimp!
From grilling shrimp to quickly sauteeing shrimp on the stovetop and baked shrimp – you will be amazed how easy cooking with shrimp really is.
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Shrimp recipes-
Shrimp is the most popular seafood used and for a good reason. It’s so easy to work with and is so versatile. Shrimp can be served as an appetizer for parties and potlucks, a side dish and as a main course alone or accompanied by another protein.
Learn how to purchase shrimp, prep the shrimp, and easily prepare.
| Shrimp is high in protein and low in calories making it a healthy option for dinner. |
How to buy shrimp?
- Though you can purchase fresh shrimp from your local grocery store, frozen shrimp works just as good.
- If purchasing frozen shrimp, be sure to place it in the freezer before the shrimp has had time to thaw.
- Shrimp comes in different sizes from small to jumbo. Purchase the appropriate size you’ll need for your recipe.
HOW TO THAW SHRIMP?
Shrimp is best thawed in the refrigerator or in cold water. Do not thaw shrimp on the countertop where bacteria can grow. Also, don’t thaw in warm or hot water as the warm water will change the texture of the shrimp. NOTE: Once thawed, do not refreeze the shrimp.
HOW TO DEVEIN AND PEEL SHRIMP?
Peel shrimp by removing the shell and legs. Devein the shrimp by running a sharp knife down the middle of the back and gently remove the black vein.
shrimp appetizer recipes-
Shrimp really elevates any appetizer and makes it feel “fancy”. Our favorite appetizer is the Bone Fish copycat recipe for Bang Bang Shrimp recipe. It’s so easy and always a crowd-pleaser. Other easy appetizers:
- Creamy Shrimp Dip– inspired by our Chicken Buffalo Dip.
- Hot Seafood Appetizers– open-faced sandwiches.
- Seafood Phyllo Cups– mini phyllo cups with a seafood filling.
Sautéed shrimp recipes-
Sauteing shrimp on the stovetop is an effortless way to prepare shrimp, can be used in so many recipes, and ready in just 10 minutes. This classic Garlic Butter Sauteed Shrimp is the ultimate go-to sauteed shrimp that you will love! Other sauteed shrimp recipes:
- Creamy Shrimp Scampi– with an amazing sauce.
- Shrimp Eggplant in Creamy Sauce– Italian restaurant inspired.
- Chicken Carbonara– Olive Garden copycat recipe.
- Easy Shrimp Stir Fry– loaded with vegetables.
dinner shrimp recipes-
If you want dinner that is easy to make yet appetizing, use shrimp as the main protein. From pasta recipes to stir fry, bowls, and tacos – shrimp is the way to go.
- Rice Shrimp Bowl– loaded hearty bowl.
- Shrimp Fajitas– with the best homemade seasoning.
- Tacos– Mexican-inspired with an amazing sauce.
- Grilled Shrimp– with a sweet and tangy marinade.
- Salmon and Shrimp– baked with asparagus.
How to cook shrimp?
Here is our guide to classic baked shrimp. You can add your favorite seasoning to the shrimp or keep it simple as we did. This is a great way to make shrimp to serve with cocktail sauce.
- Defrost shrimp and completely pat dry. Devein the shrimp and remove the tail, optional.
- Preheat oven and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss shrimp in salt, pepper, and oil. Add to the baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until opaque.
- Serve with cocktail sauce
HOW LONG DO YOU BAKE SHRIMP?
The cook time for shrimp will slightly vary depending on the size of the shrimp. Here is a quick guide to baking shrimp:
- Small shrimp, bake 5-6 minutes
- Large shrimp, bake 7-8 minutes
- Extra-large shrimp, bake 9-11 minutes
- Jumbo shrimp, bake 12-15 minutes
NOTE: All ovens are different, you’ll want to cook the shrimp just until it turns pink and opaque. Overcooking the shrimp will give it a rubbery and unpleasant taste.
How to Cook Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1 lb large raw shrimp, thawed
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Devein the shrimp, remove the tail and completely pat dry.
- Add shrimp to the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and lightly season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Baked at 425°F for 7-9 minutes or until pink.
- Enjoy.
Notes
- Small shrimp, bake 5-6 minutes
- Large shrimp, bake 7-8 minutes
- Extra-large shrimp, bake 9-11 minutes
- Jumbo shrimp, bake 12-15 minutes