Southern-Style Shrimp the Family Will Love

Peeled, boiled, or grilled–shrimp always tastes best when served Southern-style.

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Georgia Shrimp and Radish Salad

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Recipe: Georgia Shrimp and Radish Salad

Radishes at the farmers' market can seem as varied and abundant as the colors of Easter eggs. Two different varieties give this salad vibrant color, texture, and flavor: watermelon radishes and D'avignon (French breakfast) radishes. If you're looking for a quick-fix try this salad, hands on time for this recipe is only 20 minutes.

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Guleff's Shrimp and Grits

Jennifer Causey

Recipe: Guleff's Shrimp and Grits

Created by a teenager from Memphis, Tennessee, this recipe wowed the Test Kitchen pros at Southern Living. Building on the traditional ingredients of stone-ground grits and shrimp, Chef Guleff set out to make his own version of the iconic Southern dish. Roasted celery root may not instantly come to mind when you think of shrimp and grits, but this ingredient adds a distinct, refreshing flavor, a cross between celery and parsley. Combined and cooked with onions, bell peppers, tomato, and black-eyed peas, these ingredients create a flavor-filled mixture. Bay scallops, which have simmered alongside the shrimp, enhance the low-country essence of this dish.

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Pan-Seared Shrimp with Chive Grits and Salsa Verde

Photo: Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Pan-Seared Shrimp with Chive Grits and Salsa Verde

"My mom made shrimp and grits way before it became such an overwhlmingly popular dish. Here, it's made her way but I added a bright, herbaceous salsa verde, which I learned from my days at Gramercy Tavern." - Chef John Hall

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Shrimp Malacca with Rice

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Recipe: Shrimp Malacca with Rice

Entertaining columnist Julia Reed found this recipe by Maurice Moore-Betty in a late-1970s issue of House & Garden while she was still in college, and she's been making it ever since. Moore-Betty was an Irish-born author, cooking teacher, and all-around lovely man who advised many a prominent Manhattan hostess. This dish is essentially shrimp Creole with the addition of curry powder, which elevates it by a surprising degree. Serve over rice, accompanied by a simple green salad.

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Shrimp-and-New Potato Chowder

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Recipe: Shrimp-and-New Potato Chowder

Add shrimp a few minutes before serving so they don't overcook.

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Skillet Rice with Shrimp and Chicken

Photo: Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Skillet Rice with Shrimp and Chicken

Simple substitutions give these hearty dishes flavorful twists: Swap sausage for chicken, crabmeat for shrimp, or make a vegetarian option by subbing vegetable stock and omitting proteins.

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Easy Barbecue Shrimp

Photo: Iain Bagwell

Recipe: Easy Barbecue Shrimp

For a flavorful, Southern-style dish, serve this Easy Barbecue Shrimp with Jalapeño Biscuits.

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Gulf Coast Seafood Stew

Hector M 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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Shrimp-and-Sausage Gumbo

Photo: Iain Bagwell

Recipe: Shrimp-and-Sausage Gumbo

Enjoy a smoky and spicy classic that takes just a couple of minutes to prepare. When it's ready, serve over a bed of herbed rice.

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Buttery Garlic Shrimp

Photo: Iain Bagwell

Recipe: Buttery Garlic Shrimp

Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick appetizer is perfect for last-minute company. When making the sauce in Step 2, whisk in the butter 1 Tbsp. at a time--the key technique in making the sauce velvety.

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Grain Salad with Grilled Shrimp and Sweet Peppers

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Recipe: Grain Salad with Grilled Shrimp and Sweet Peppers

If you use wooden skewers, submerge them in water for 30 minutes before threading on the shrimp.

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Creole Shrimp and Sweet Potato Grits

Photo: Iain Bagwell

Recipe: Creole Shrimp and Sweet Potato Grits

Add a little sweetness and a big superfood boost to your traditional shrimp and grits.

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Coconut Shrimp

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Coconut Shrimp

These coconut shrimp are baked so you can enjoy all the flavor of the dish and still feel good about what you're eating! Not craving seafood? Make coconut chicken using this recipe and serve with honey mustard dipping sauce.

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Peel-and-Eat Shrimp

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Peel-and-Eat Shrimp

Set up a serving area for the shrimp and sauces on your kitchen island or breakfast table, and let everyone help themselves. To shortcut prep, ask your seafood monger to steam shrimp for you. Try them with Tangy Garlic Tartar Sauce, Rémoulade Sauce, or Spicy Cocktail Sauce.

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Shrimp-and-Blue Cheese Spread

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Shrimp-and-Blue Cheese Spread

Serve this rich-and-creamy dip with French bread baguette slices, pickled Jerusalem artichokes, and crunchy baby vegetables like carrots, celery, cucumber slices, and radishes.

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Grilled Shrimp-and-Green Bean Salad

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Grilled Shrimp-and-Green Bean Salad

This salad is perfect for busy weeknights and casual get-togethers. The shrimp can be grilled up to a day ahead. Store the prepared dressing in the fridge for up to a week, then return to room temperature just before tossing with the salad.

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Shrimp Mojo de Ajo

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Recipe: Shrimp Mojo de Ajo

Try these shrimp that are smothered in a Mojo de Ajo sauce made from Guajillo peppers that boast a tangy taste with a kick of heat.

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Cajun Shrimp-and-Crab Sauce

Recipe: Cajun Shrimp-and-Crab Sauce

Serve this zesty shrimp recipe over hot grits or fresh baguettes for a quick entrée for a casual dinner party or just something to spice up a weeknight menu.

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Quick Shrimp Chowder

Recipe: Quick Shrimp Chowder

We've streamlined this favorite creamy shrimp chowder by using canned soup as the base.

Watch: Quick Shrimp Chowder

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Tex-Mex Shrimp Cocktail

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Recipe: Tex-Mex Shrimp Cocktail

Fiery jalapeño pepper jelly adds a sweet kick to this variation on classic shrimp cocktail. The jelly, lime juice, mango, red bell pepper, and cilantro marinate with cooked shrimp for fresh flavor. Finish off the cocktail with diced avocado, and serve with tortilla chips.

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Shrimp-and-Sausage Stew

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Shrimp-and-Sausage Stew

Shrimp-and-Sausage Stew is similar to gumbo, but without the roux. The recipe gets its thick glossiness from a cornstarch-and-water slurry that’s stirred in at the end.

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Citrus Shrimp Tacos

Photo: Beth Dreiling-Hontzas

Recipe: Citrus Shrimp Tacos

These citrus shrimp tacos pair marinated, grilled shrimp with Southwest Cream Sauce and fresh corn salsa for a colorful entree that's full of flavor.

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Mexican-Grilled Shrimp with Smoky Sweet Sauce

Recipe: Mexican-Grilled Shrimp with Smoky Sweet Sauce

Make this zesty Mexican seafood recipe for an appetizer or a fragrant main dish; simply serve with rice and a vegetable for a complete meal.

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Spicy Boiled Shrimp With Creamy Buttermilk-Avocado Sauce

Spicy Boiled Shrimp Recipe With Creamy Buttermilk-Avocado Sauce

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lisa Powell Bailey

Recipe: Spicy Boiled Shrimp With Creamy Buttermilk-Avocado Sauce

Boiled shrimp makes a perfect party starter, especially when paired with a delicous dipping sauce like Creamy Buttermilk-Avocado Sauce. Tip: To ensure that shrimp stays chilled, place half out when guests arrive, and replenish the platter as needed.

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Shrimp and Grits

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Shrimp and Grits

The original recipe for this hearty shrimp and grits dish is from Bill Smith, executive chef at Crook's Corner, the landmark Southern restaurant in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

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Old Bay Shrimp Salad

Recipe: Old Bay Shrimp Salad

Chilled shrimp salad is an ideal filler for a lunch roll-up or a plated salad. Simply serve a scoop of the salad over lettuce, pair with crackers, and enjoy.

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Shrimp Casserole

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Buffy Hargett; Food Styling: Vanessa McNeil Rocchio

Recipe: Shrimp Casserole

Take a break fom the usual chicken and rice combo and make this creamy, hearty seafood casserole.

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Lemon-Basil Shrimp Salad

Recipe: Lemon-Basil Shrimp Salad

Don't skip the fresh lemon rind and juice in the lemon-basil marinade—it's what makes this salad recipe special. These shrimp also make a terrific appetizer. The shrimp and dressing, as well as the Parmesan Baskets, can all be made a day ahead.

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One-Pot Shrimp and Grits

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Recipe: One-Pot Shrimp and Grits

Spicy andouille, sautéed shrimp, and old-fashioned grits are the backbone of flavor for this One-Pot Shrimp and Grits. Avoid overcrowding the pot when cooking the shrimp so they will brown and cook through quickly.

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Shrimp Burgers With Sweet 'n' Spicy Tartar Sauce

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Shrimp Burgers With Sweet ‘n’ Spicy Tartar Sauce

Recipes for shrimp burgers, a favorite food of Southern shrimping towns, are often a big secret. Here we divulge our version, which is chunky and spicy with some Cajun flair.

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Boiled Shrimp With Rémoulade Sauce and Spicy Cocktail Sauce

Boiled Shrimp With Rmoulade Sauce and Spicy Cocktail Sauce

Photo: Tina Cornett

Recipe: Boiled Shrimp With Rémoulade Sauce and Spicy Cocktail Sauce

This recipe is great for a large crowd—it makes up to 25 servings! To save time, use peeled, large frozen cooked shrimp. Thaw according to package directions, and serve with sauces.

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Southern Shrimp Cocktails

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Recipe: Southern Shrimp Cocktails

Have the seafood market steam shrimp to save time, or follow our easy instructions below. Serve the shrimp, okra, and breadsticks on a platter around a bowl of the sauce, or make individual cocktails. Use 4-oz. votive candleholders, shot glasses, cordial glasses, or mini-martini glasses.

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New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp

Recipe: New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp

Bring the taste of New Orleans to your table this summer with this tasty barbecue shrimp recipe. Serve with a green salad and corn on the cob for a complete meal.

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Coconut Shrimp

Photo: Van Chaplin; Styling: Alan Henderson and Mindi Shapiro Levine; Food Styling: Vanessa McNeil Rocchio

Recipe: Coconut Shrimp

Oven-fried healthier Coconut Shrimp tops our list of fabulous party foods.

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Shrimp-and-Grits Eggs Benedict

Recipe: Shrimp-and-Grits Eggs Benedict

Chef Robert Stehling of Hominy Grill in Charleston put a delicious twist on classic Lowcountry shrimp and grits using fried grits squares, asparagus spears, and a creamy shrimp sauce.

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Avocado Soup With Marinated Shrimp

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Avocado Soup With Marinated Shrimp

Instead of bowls, consider using martini glasses or other fun glassware to serve this soup.

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Thai Pesto Shrimp

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Buffy Hargett; Food Styling: Norman King

Recipes: Thai Pesto Shrimp

Chances are even your picky eaters will love this family favorite, Thai Pesto Shrimp over zesty Coconut-Lime Rice. Give it a try, and see what your family thinks.

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Crab-and-Shrimp Étouffée

Photo: Ralph Anderson

Recipe: Crab-and-Shrimp Étouffée

Étouffée (ay-too-FAY) isn't just a fancy-sounding name—it's Cajun comfort food at its best. The thick, spicy mixture of crawfish, shrimp, or crab (or a combination of these) with onions and peppers is cooked in a light gravy and then served with rice.

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Tempura Shrimp Tacos

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipes: Tempura Shrimp Tacos

Fajita seasoning does double duty in the tacos and Mexi-Coleslaw Mix. Make the coleslaw up to 24 hours in advance to jump-start this recipe.

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Shrimp Po’boys

Recipe: Shrimp Po’boys

Try this authentic shrimp po'boy recipe to get a taste of New Orleans' famous cajun cuisine.

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Bayou Fried Shrimp

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Bayou Fried Shrimp

For these Cajun-flavored fried shrimp, peel the shrimp but leave the tails on and coat the shrimp in fish fry mix to get a crispy brown coating.

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Hominy Grill's Shrimp and Grits

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Recipe: Hominy Grill's Shrimp and Grits

This Lowcountry favorite won its way into our readers’ hearts with its rich flavor and easy preparation. Shrimp and mushrooms are sautéed with garlic and bacon drippings then mixed with green onions and crispy bacon, and all are served on top of buttery cheese grits.

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Shrimp-and-Pasta Salad

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Melanie Clark

Recipe: Shrimp-and-Pasta Salad

Light and lemony, this recipe easily doubles for dinner with friends. Juicy raspberries and cool cucumber chunks create a colorful presentation.

Cooking Demo: Shrimp-and-Pasta Salad

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Southern Style Shrimp Recipes

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Georgia Shrimp and Radish Salad

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Guleff's Shrimp and Grits

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Pan-Seared Shrimp with Chive Grits and Salsa Verde

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Shrimp Malacca with Rice

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Shrimp-and-New Potato Chowder

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Skillet Rice with Shrimp and Chicken

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Easy Barbecue Shrimp

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Gulf Coast Seafood Stew

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Shrimp-and-Sausage Gumbo

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Buttery Garlic Shrimp

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Grain Salad with Grilled Shrimp and Sweet Peppers

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Creole Shrimp and Sweet Potato Grits

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Coconut Shrimp

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Peel-and-Eat Shrimp

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Shrimp-and-Blue Cheese Spread

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Grilled Shrimp-and-Green Bean Salad

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Shrimp Mojo de Ajo

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Cajun Shrimp-and-Crab Sauce

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Quick Shrimp Chowder

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Tex-Mex Shrimp Cocktail

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Shrimp-and-Sausage Stew

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Citrus Shrimp Tacos

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Mexican-Grilled Shrimp with Smoky Sweet Sauce

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Spicy Boiled Shrimp With Creamy Buttermilk-Avocado Sauce

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Shrimp and Grits

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Old Bay Shrimp Salad