5 Shrimp Recipes to Try at Home

Shrimp is quick to cook and versatile, making it perfect for weeknight dinners. Here are five easy shrimp recipes to try!

1. Garlic Butter Shrimp

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt and pepper
• Fresh parsley

Directions:

1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes, then stir in lemon juice and parsley.

2. Shrimp Tacos

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp chili powder, cumin
• 8 small tortillas
• Toppings: avocado, cilantro, salsa

Directions:

1. Toss shrimp with oil and seasonings. Cook in a pan for 3-4 minutes per side.
2. Warm tortillas and assemble tacos with shrimp and toppings.

3. Shrimp Scampi

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 oz spaghetti
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup white wine
• Lemon juice

Directions:

1. Cook spaghetti.
2. In a skillet, melt butter, add garlic, then shrimp. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
3. Add white wine and lemon juice. Toss with pasta.

4. Shrimp Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup broccoli
• 2 tbsp soy sauce

Directions:

1. Cook shrimp in a skillet for 3-4 minutes.
2. Stir-fry vegetables, then add shrimp and soy sauce. Cook for another minute.

5. Crispy Shrimp Fritters

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, chopped
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup milk
• Vegetable oil

Directions:

1. Mix ingredients into a batter.
2. Fry in hot oil until golden brown, 2-3 minutes per side.

Kitchen Tools Needed:

• Skillet
• Knife and cutting board
• Garlic press (optional)
• Tongs