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23 Shrimp Recipes That Taste Like a Beach Vacation

Published: Aug 24, 2025 by Janelle This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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These shrimp dishes are sunshine on a plate. From citrusy ceviches to grilled skewers with a smoky kick, this list is your passport to laid-back, coastal flavors. Perfect for picnics, BBQs, or al fresco dinners, each recipe captures that breezy summer feel—no sand required.

Tortillitas de Camarones (Shrimp Fritters)

Tortillitas de Camarones
Tortillitas de Camarones (Shrimp Fritters). Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Light and crispy, these Tortillitas de Camarones are a perfect tapas for date night. These Shrimp fritters are topped with a homemade aioli.
Get the Recipe: Tortillitas de Camarones (Shrimp Fritters)

Air Fryer Shrimp

Close-up of cooked, seasoned shrimp garnished with fresh herbs, with blurred lemon slices in the background.
Air Fryer Shrimps. Photo credit: From Ice Cream To Steak.

If you’re looking for a fast and flavorful seafood dish, air fryer shrimp is the way to go! In just minutes, you can make perfectly juicy shrimp with a slight crisp on the outside, all without the need for heavy oils or frying. Whether you’re making a quick appetizer, topping a salad, or adding protein to your pasta, this recipe is as versatile as it is easy.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Shrimp

Air Fryer Panko Shrimp

Air Fryer Panko Shrimp with cilantro lime dressing and parsley on a white plate.
Air Fryer Panko Shrimp. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

If you're looking for a tasty and healthy appetizer or main course that can be prepared in a matter of minutes, air fryer panko shrimp is a great option.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Panko Shrimp

Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle

Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle on a white plate with lemon and parsley.
Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle is incredibly easy to make! Done in less than 5 minutes, you'll love this lemon garlic shrimp recipe!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle

Shrimp And Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe (Quick & Tasty)

A dish of stir-fried shrimp and cabbage on a black plate with chopsticks on the side.
Shrimp And Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe (Quick & Tasty). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This simple shrimp and cabbage stir fry recipe combines succulent shrimp, crisp cabbage, and delicious sauces that burst with flavors.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp And Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe (Quick & Tasty)

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)

Easy Shrimp Scampi

A blue bowl filled with shrimp and rice, topped with green herbs, with a metal spoon in the bowl.
Easy Shrimp Scampi. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Shrimp scampi is a quick and easy meal that will certainly impress your guests. With minimal prep time, it lets you serve up a meal that many will think came from a restaurant.
Get the Recipe: Easy Shrimp Scampi

Copycat Olive Garden Shrimp Alfredo

A bowl of olive garden creamy shrimp alfredo pasta served in a black bowl with a spoon.
Copycat Olive Garden Shrimp Alfredo. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Super easy and ready in as long as it takes to boil pasta, this copycat Olive Garden Shrimp Alfredo Recipe is delicious! Serve with a salad and breadsticks for a full and hearty meal.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Olive Garden Shrimp Alfredo

Shrimp Scrambled Eggs Recipe (滑蛋虾仁, Quick And Easy)

A plate of scrambled eggs mixed with shrimp and green onions, served with chopsticks on a patterned plate.
Shrimp Scrambled Eggs Recipe (滑蛋虾仁, Quick And Easy). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Shrimp scrambled eggs is a classic Cantonese style dish that bursts with flavors. They are delicious and quick to make with a few easy steps.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Scrambled Eggs Recipe (滑蛋虾仁, Quick And Easy)

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

Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Shrimp skewers on a plate with lemon wedges.
Grilled Shrimp Skewers. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Are you tired of the same old grilled shrimp skewers on a stick? Why not try making them in an air fryer? It's a great alternative to an outdoor grill that produces the same crispy texture and delicious flavor.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Authentic Shrimp Fried Rice (Better Than Takeout!)

Bowl of shrimp fried rice with vegetables, accompanied by a small dish of chili sauce, on a table with a blue checkered cloth.
Authentic Shrimp Fried Rice (Better Than Takeout!). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This authentic shrimp fried rice is made with leftover rice and stir-fried with eggs, mixed vegetables, and shrimp.
Get the Recipe: Authentic Shrimp Fried Rice (Better Than Takeout!)

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

Sopa de Camaron

A bowl of shrimp soup.
Sopa de Camaron. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Sopa de Camarones, or Mexican Shrimp Soup, is light, but full of earthy flavor. Dried chiles give the broth its rich red color and distinctive flavor.
Get the Recipe: Sopa de Camaron

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 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

Shrimp and Tomato Pasta

A bowl of pasta with shrimp and tomatoes.
Shrimp and Tomato Pasta. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Delicious and easy-to-make shrimp tomato pasta is a go-to recipe for seafood lovers seeking a flavorful meal. The best part is that the dish comes together quickly without fancy ingredients or complex techniques.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp and Tomato Pasta

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!
Get the Recipe: General Tso Shrimp

Greek Shrimp Skillet

Shrimp skillet dinner with kalamata olives, tomatoes and feta.
Greek Shrimp Skillet. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This Greek shrimp skillet is an easy 30 minute meal with tomatoes, spinach, Kalamata olives, feta and lots of fresh oregano and lemon flavor.
Get the Recipe: Greek Shrimp Skillet

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.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp

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

So easy and bursting with flavor, these Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp cook in minutes! The fresh lemon, herbs, and seasonings really come through and every bite is fabulous!
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp

Shrimp Scampi Over Linguine

A hand holding a fork twirls spaghetti with shrimp in a white bowl, with a glass of white wine in the background on a wooden table.
Shrimp Scampi Over Linguine. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

This classic Italian dish is quick and impressive. It works as an easy meal at home or an impressive dish to serve to guests.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Scampi Over Linguine

Pork and Shrimp Wonton Soup

A bowl of wonton soup with shrimp in it.
Pork and Shrimp Wonton Soup. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Pork & Shrimp Wonton Soup with homemade wontons is crazy delicious and can be on the table in under 30 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Pork and Shrimp Wonton Soup

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