8 Ways with Gulf Shrimp

By Donna Florio
April 19, 2012
Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner
The next best thing to being at the beach is getting a taste of it. Here, 10 easy shrimp recipes fresh and full of flavor
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Gulf Coast Seafood Stew

Credit: Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Gulf Coast Seafood Stew

Hurricane Katrina and a subsequent oil spill off the coast of Louisiana renewed appreciation for our region's seafood. This stew shows off its incomparable flavors, colors, and beauty.

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Perfect Poached Shrimp

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Recipe: Perfect Poached Shrimp

Poach (don’t boil) for moist, tender-crisp shrimp with loads of flavor.

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Marinated Shrimp Salad with Avocado

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Recipe: Marinated Shrimp Salad with Avocado

Enjoy shrimp in a salad with this easy, fresh recipe. Drizzle with Citrus Vinaigrette for the perfect punch of flavor.

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Spicy Coconut Shrimp Soup

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Recipe: Spicy Coconut Shrimp Soup

For a spicier finish to this soup, top with minced Thai chile pepper.

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Grilled Blackened Shrimp Skewers

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Recipe: Grilled Blackened Shrimp Skewers

Blackberries and mango add color, flavor and sweetness to this tropical dish.

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Fritto Misto Po’boys

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Recipe: Fritto Misto Po’boys

Pepperoncini and sliced green tomatoes brighten our take on the Italian “mixed fried” seafood combo. Spoon with Cajun Coleslaw.

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Shrimp Pizza

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Recipe: Shrimp Pizza

Pizza gets a taste of the sea with poached shrimp. This pizza is sure to please seafood lovers—and land lovers alike.

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4 Quick Ways to Use Poached Shrimp

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Recipe: Perfect Poached Shrimp

Recipe: Tex-Mex Mini Shrimp Cocktail

Recipe: Peachy Shrimp Crostini

Recipe: Shrimp in Cucumber Cups

Recipe: Creamy Shrimp-and-Macaroni Salad

Poach shrimp the correct way, and these recipes are sure to be a big hit at a party or for a weeknight meal.

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