How to Peel and Devein Shrimp

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Do you wonder how chefs prep fresh shrimp for your cocktails, pastas, curries, and more? And are you still not sure what exactly that weird line running down the back of each one is? Expertly peeling and deveining them yields perfectly prepped crustaceans to cook and serve in all of your dishes. Learn how now.

A Special Chicken and Shrimp Lo Mein

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Making lo mein at home is so quick and easy to do. With our recipe, you can serve a flavorful mix of noodles, marinated chicken, shrimp, and vegetables in under an hour, complete with a made-from-scratch sauce. We’ll also give you our best advice, from time-saving techniques to ingredient variations. Read more now.

Skillet Cajun Shrimp

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Thanks to their speedy cook time, juicy shrimp headline this Cajun-inspired recipe that comes together in a snap. This sassy skillet meal also showcases crisp-tender carrots, zucchini, and sweet bell peppers in a tangy beer-based sauce that will make you want to lick the plate. Read more now for all the spicy secrets.

Low Country Boil with Homemade Seasoning Mix

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You can multiply this classic low country boil recipe for any size gathering, but our scaled down version makes a feast for four. Pair this interactive one-pot meal packed with shrimp, sausage, corn, and a homemade seasoning mix with ice cold brews, good friends, and a pile of napkins. Read on for the recipe.

Shrimp Enchiladas with Green Chili Queso

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If juicy shrimp smothered in gooey cheese sounds like your delicious dream come true, these enchiladas will blow your mind and satisfy your stomach. This recipe rolls up seasoned shrimp with onions and garlic in tortillas, and tops them with a luscious green chili queso. Read on for the full story behind this fiesta.

Shrimp with Red Chili Coconut Sauce

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This sweet and savory Thai-inspired red chili coconut sauce is a revelation. In this recipe, crispy, pan-seared shrimp are slathered in a luxuriously creamy combination of coconut milk, tangy red chili paste, peanut butter, and savory soy sauce. Drooling yet? Read on for the secrets of this sensational dish.

Lemon Garlic Shrimp

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What goes better with bright citrusy seafood than sharp, aromatic garlic? Butter, of course. Grab the closest slice of crusty bread and dig right into these succulent baked shrimp that have been bathed in a buttery blend of lemon, pungent garlic, and fresh parsley. Get the full mouthwatering recipe now.

Sushi Bowls with Sriracha Mayonnaise

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Make sushi night a homemade affair with these easy bowls, essentially deconstructed sushi rolls made with rice and all kinds of yummy toppings, including a DIY sriracha mayonnaise. There’s no need to get messy rolling everything up yourself, and this recipe is also fantastic for meal prep during the week. Read more.

Head to Spain with Homemade Paella de Marisco

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Paella de marisco is a summer seafood favorite in Spain, and it’s no wonder why. The rice-based dish brings the best of what’s fresh from the sea, with a hearty dose of saffron and pops of fresh green peas. Though it takes some time to prepare, it’s quite easy and absolutely stunning to serve to guests. Get the recipe.

Shrimp Fra Diavolo (Italian Shrimp and Linguine with Spicy Sauce)

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When your pasta is lacking pizzazz, try this crazy easy, super fiery shrimp fra diavolo. This sassy seafood dish features shrimp spiked with spicy red pepper flakes, tossed with juicy tomatoes, salty pancetta, white wine, sharp Asiago cheese, and fresh basil. Read more now to learn how to make it for dinner tonight.

Creamy Greek Pasta with Shrimp

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Take a break from the usual PB&J and pack this simple Greek pasta with shrimp for lunch instead. Made with whole wheat penne, fresh vegetables, and Greek yogurt, it’s cool, creamy, and deceptively healthy. Equally satisfying hot or cold, read more to add this recipe to your collection of meal prep favorites.

Shrimp Pad Thai with Tamarind and Peanuts

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With just a few specialty items, you’ll never be far away from a homemade Far Eastern feast. Briny fish sauce, tangy tamarind, and succulent shrimp are just three of the many standout flavors in this pad Thai. Read more on Foodal to expand your noodle knowledge and learn the secrets of this sweet-and-sour staple.