Shrimp dishes that taste like a vacation make it easy to bring great food to the table without a lot of fuss. These recipes are flavorful, approachable, and ideal for everything from casual dinners to weekend gatherings. They’re the kind you’ll want to save and make again.

Bang Bang Shrimp

Fried shrimp on a plate next to a bowl of sauce.
Bang Bang Shrimp. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Satisfy your cravings with Bang Bang Shrimp paired with an easy homemade sauce. You’ll experience bold, zesty flavors like never before.
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Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani

Overhead shot of a platter of shrimp biryani.
Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Experience the rich tapestry of Indian cuisine with Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani. Fragrant rice, succulent shrimp, and aromatic spices meld together, capturing the essence of this classic dish, now achievable with the Instant Pot.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani

Szechuan Shrimp

Low angle shot of szechuan shrimp in a wok.
Szechuan Shrimp. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Spicy Szechuan Shrimp is easy to make at home. Hot bean paste, chili oil, and Szechuan peppercorns give it a kick!
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Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Skewers of vegetables and shrimp on a grill.
Grilled Shrimp Skewers. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Get ready for a mouthwatering BBQ treat with our Grilled Shrimp Skewers recipe. Whether you call them shrimp kabobs or grill shrimp on skewers, this recipe is grilled to perfection and guarantees a flavor-packed experience that’s easy to make and impossible to resist.
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Shrimp Lo Mein

Shrimp lo mein in a skillet with chopped green onions in a white bowl on the side.
Shrimp Lo Mein. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Make delicious shrimp lo mein at home and skip the takeout with this simple recipe. Featuring Chinese egg noodles, juicy shrimp and vegetables tossed in a restaurant-worthy sauce, this 20 minute meal will become a dinner time favorite.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Lo Mein

General Tso Shrimp

Homemade general tso shrimp with broccoli and rice in a bowl with chopsticks.
General Tso Shrimp. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

General Tso shrimp is a quick and easy copycat Chinese takeout recipe that tastes just like the real deal. Made in one-skillet in just 10 minutes with that sweet and slightly spicy sticky sauce you love, there’s no need to order out anymore!
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Sweet & Spicy Mango Shrimp

Mango shrimp served with white rice on a white plate with spoon.
Sweet & Spicy Mango Shrimp. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This sweet and spicy mango shrimp dish is ready in just 20 minutes and has a nice kick of spice that is balanced out by the sweet mango.
Get the Recipe: Sweet & Spicy Mango Shrimp

Kung Pao Shrimp

Kung Pao Shrimp. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Make this easy kung pao shrimp recipe in minutes right in your kitchen. Save time and money by making it at home instead of ordering takeout. It’s a flavorful and quick dinner served over white rice with your favorite steamed vegetable.
Get the Recipe: Kung Pao Shrimp

Shrimp Alfredo with Asparagus

Shrimp & Asparagus Alfredo on a black plate.
Shrimp Alfredo with Asparagus. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

When you want flavor but don’t want to spend forever in the kitchen, this Shrimp Alfredo with Asparagus really satisfies! Easy, tasty, creamy, and delish, this is a meal everyone will love!
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Alfredo with Asparagus

Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp

Shrimp skewers on a white plate with lemon wedges.
Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp. Photo credit: Grill What You Love.


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Quick Skillet Shrimp Fajitas

Shrimp and peppers in a skillet with serving spoon.
Quick Skillet Shrimp Fajitas. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Quick Skillet Shrimp Fajitas are a quick, healthy, delicious one-pot meal that the whole family loves.
Get the Recipe: Quick Skillet Shrimp Fajitas

Creamy Barbecue Shrimp

Barbecue Shrimp in a white bowl.
Creamy Barbecue Shrimp. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

This Big Easy favorite recipe is shrimp smothered in a creamy, buttery, and rich sauce. I kicked up the traditional NOLA barbecue shrimp by adding heavy cream to the rich buttery sauce.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Barbecue Shrimp

Quick Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo

Shrimp and fettuccine pasta in a large glass bowl.
Quick Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Quick Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo is a quick and easy meal that’s packed with tender shrimp in a rich, creamy, and cheesy garlic Parmesan sauce that clings perfectly to the fettuccine pasta
Get the Recipe: Quick Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo

Browned Butter Honey Garlic Shrimp

Shrimp with lemon wedges in a red sauce in a white casserole dish.
Browned Butter Honey Garlic Shrimp. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Browned Butter Honey Garlic Shrimp, these sautéed shrimp make a quick and easy recipe that’s ready in just 15 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Browned Butter Honey Garlic Shrimp

Shrimp Pad Thai with Peanut Sauce

A pan full of shrimp and noodles with chopsticks.
Shrimp Pad Thai with Peanut Sauce. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Shrimp Pad Thai with Peanut Sauce is full of simply irresistible flavors. It’s creamy, nutty, and filling with common ingredients that are easy to find. This is the easiest and fastest takeout you can make at home.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Pad Thai with Peanut Sauce

Easy Shrimp Mei Fun Recipe (Stir Fry Rice Noodles)

Savory shrimp stir-fried mei fun rice noodles on a plate.
Easy Shrimp Mei Fun Recipe (Stir Fry Rice Noodles). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Shrimp mei fun, also known as shrimp rice noodles, is a mouthwatering and widely beloved Chinese noodle dish.
Get the Recipe: Easy Shrimp Mei Fun Recipe (Stir Fry Rice Noodles)

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