Dive into delicious flavors this summer with mouth-watering seafood recipes, including delicious fried shrimp, finger-licking buttery sauces, and classic seafood boils perfect for any gathering. Whether you’re planning a backyard cookout or a beachside picnic, these delectable dishes are guaranteed to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
New Orleans BBQ Shrimp
BBQ Shrimp is a classic New Orleans recipe where shrimp is sautéed in a savory sauce made from butter, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Creole seasoning, black pepper, & lemon juice. You don’t need a grill, but you’ll want some crunchy French bread.
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Fried Shrimp Po’Boy
A Fried Shrimp Po’ Boy is a classic sandwich from New Orleans, Louisiana, that features crispy fried shrimp nestled inside a piece of French bread – fully dressed with shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and sliced pickles.
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Seafood Gumbo
Creole Seafood Gumbo is rich, delicious, and so hearty. It is a bowl of New Orleans comfort that will take your taste buds on a trip to the Big Easy.
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Pan-Fried Trout
This Pan Fried Trout Recipe is one of my favorite ways to cook this beautiful fish. The fish comes out soft, flaky, and juicy with a light crust on the outside. You can taste the delicate fish, and it is so flavorful.
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Blackened Shrimp
Make the perfect weeknight dinner with this Delicious Blackened Shrimp Recipe. With my Homemade Blackening Seasoning, you’ll have dinner on the table in 10 minutes. Not only is it delicious, but it’s also incredibly easy to make.
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Fried Shrimp
Perfectly battered and fried to a golden crisp, these succulent shrimp make for a mouth-watering appetizer or main dish. Deep-Fried Shrimp are crispy and delicious, and pair perfectly with homemade tartar sauce.
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Shrimp Creole
Shrimp Creole is a tomato-based shrimp dish that is a taste of Southern Louisiana. It is the melting pot of classic Creole cooking and the wholesome Italian flavors found in New Orleans. Shrimp Creole is loaded with succulent shrimp, juicy tomatoes, and flavorful spices and herbs.
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Southern Crispy Fried Oysters
My Best Easy Southern Crispy Fried Oysters Recipe is for you if you love oysters and want to make five-star, restaurant-quality, golden brown fried oysters at home.
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Fried Red Snapper
Add a dash of excitement to your dinner routine and dive into the tantalizing flavors of this Easy Fried Red Snapper Recipe! This crispy delight promises a burst of flavor in every bite, making it a perfect choice for seafood lovers craving something quick, easy, and utterly delicious.
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Oysters Rockefeller
Ultimate Oysters Rockefeller is for you if you are looking for an outstanding appetizer to impress your guests or a light, healthy dinner entree! This classic dish is a must-try for seafood lovers and, like my recipe for Southern Crispy Fried Oysters, is perfect for showcasing oysters’ briny and succulent flavors.
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Cajun Seafood Boil
Grab a large pot and your favorite seafood. I am going to teach you how to make the ultimate Cajun Seafood Boil at home. My recipe features my homemade Cajun seasoning and popular Cajun butter sauce, along with fresh seafood for a taste of the bayou that is perfect for gatherings.
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Southern Shrimp and Grits
Southern Shrimp and Grits are a longstanding Southern staple. Creamy grits made with milk and cheese are topped with sautéd shrimp in a flavorful sauce. An Iconic dish that’s simple to make for a fabulous weeknight dinner, or impressive enough to serve for friends.
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Low-Country Seafood Boil (Instant Pot)
Hungry for a flavor-filled Low-Country Seafood Boil but find yourself short on time? This Instant Pot recipe for Southern-style low-country boil needs only 10 minutes of prep time! Loaded with snow crab legs, fresh corn on the cob, and fork-tender potatoes, it’s an impressive — but terrifically easy.
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Louisiana Seafood Gumbo
Our Louisiana Seafood Gumbo is a hearty stew that is thickened with a dark roux. We add the classic vegetables, then finish it off with a trio of meat: crab, shrimp, and andouille sausage.
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Fried Oysters
Easy Southern Crispy Fried Oysters are perfect for you if you love oysters and want to make five-star, restaurant-quality, golden brown fried oysters at home.
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Crawfish Monica
Crawfish Monica is a New Orleans pasta dish that is loaded with crawfish that are smothered in a buttery wine and cream sauce. The sauce has a kick from Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper that’s balanced out with fresh green onions and parsley. It’s so good.
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Fried Catfish
Southern Fried Catfish is a staple in every Southern kitchen. You can’t beat freshly caught catfish filets, dredged in perfectly seasoned cornmeal breading and fried until the inside is perfectly tender and the outside is a crisp, golden brown.
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Crawfish Étouffée
Crawfish Étouffée is an easy-to-make, smothered crawfish dish that is over-the-top delicious. The creamy sauce, tender crawfish tails, and perfect amount of Creole seasoning make this a knockout dinner.
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Catfish Atchafalaya
Catfish Atchafalaya is a unique combination of Southern Fried Catfish, smothered in Crawfish Étouffée, and served with Green Onion Rice. It is a five-star meal that is easy to enjoy at home.
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Tartar Sauce
This Easy Homemade Tartar Sauce Recipe is the perfect sauce to dip your crunchy fried fish fillets or crispy fried shrimp in. The tangy flavor pairs perfectly with so many dishes, and it is so easy to make.
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Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce
This delicious Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce recipe is a showstopping sauce that only takes a few minutes to make and could not be easier to make! This versatile recipe can be used at your next shrimp boil, drizzled over veggies, or as a steak sauce.
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Creole Seasoning
This Homemade Creole Seasoning Recipe tastes so much better than store-bought seasoning, and it is so easy to make. It has no preservatives or fillers and is such a delicious way to add a boost of flavor to homemade Creole dishes.
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Cajun Seasoning
Homemade Cajun Seasoning is the perfect spice mix to improve any meal – it’s a little salty, a little spicy, and packed with flavor. It is the perfect way to add a big punch of flavor to chicken, ribs, seafood, pork, or vegetables.
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Popeye’s Cajun Sparkle – French Fry Seasoning
This Homemade French Fry Seasoning is so easy to make and is perfect for adding some flavor and spice to plain French fries. It is a Copycat of Popeye’s Cajun Sparkle and is the best way to season oven-baked fries, fries made in the air fryer, or deep-fried fries!
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