Shrimp Appetizers Recipes

Consider a shrimp appetizer as a no-meat alternative. From bacon-wrapped to beer-boiled to crunchy popcorn shrimp, these recipes help you create shrimp appetizers that are fun, unusual, and filling.

 
 
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Mediterranean Shrimp

From Better Homes and Gardens

This marinated shrimp appetizer can be served in cocktail glasses for a party presentation. It's ready in 25 minutes, but tastes best when chilled before serving.

Mediterranean Shrimp

Cajun Shrimp

From Better Homes and Gardens

Elegant enough for holiday celebrations, this appetizer recipe is also easy enough to prepare on a relaxing night in.

Cajun Shrimp

Shrimp Scampi-Style

From Better Homes and Gardens

This shrimp appetizer has a traditional sauce of garlic, shallots, white wine, and lemon juice.

Shrimp Scampi-Style

Shrimp in Sherry-Garlic Sauce

From The Food Channel

The sherry-garlic sauce in this appetizer offers a delicious change of pace from the usual cocktail sauce.

Shrimp in Sherry-Garlic Sauce

Spicy Shrimp Nachos

From Better Homes and Gardens

Put a little spice in your game-day menu with nachos that feature jalapeno peppers and Jamaican jerk seasoning.

Spicy Shrimp Nachos

Tequila-Marinated Shrimp

From Better Homes and Gardens

To keep these tongue-tingling shrimp well-chilled during a party, place them in a bowl nestled inside a larger bowl of ice.

Tequila-Marinated Shrimp

Shrimp-Stuffed Mushrooms

From Better Homes and Gardens

Chow down on these tasty little bites. Each appetizer contains only 13 calories.

Shrimp-Stuffed Mushrooms

Devils on Horseback

From Better Homes and Gardens

Bacon-wrapped shrimp and a tangy mayonnaise sauce make this appetizer, which is fun to serve at Halloween.

Devils on Horseback

Moroccan Shrimp with Pomegranate Sauce

From Ladies' Home Journal

This delicately spiced seafood dish works well as a main course or an impressive appetizer.

Moroccan Shrimp with Pomegranate Sauce

Marinated Lime Shrimp Appetizer

From Midwest Living

Fresh fruit and shrimp add a burst of freshness to your appetizer buffet. The lime-and-cilantro marinade gives the seafood a flavorful punch.

Marinated Lime Shrimp Appetizer

Ginger Shrimp

From Better Homes and Gardens

The Asian spices in this make-ahead appetizer pair nicely with a dry champagne.

Ginger Shrimp

Shrimp and Crab Shu Mai

From Better Homes and Gardens

Shu mai are wonton wrappers filled with shrimp, crab, and mushrooms. Serve with sweet and spicy red chili sauce.

Shrimp and Crab Shu Mai

Spiced Shrimp in Lettuce Rolls

From Pace Salsa & Picante

Keep your cool with these easy appetizers. If you buy cooked, shelled shrimp, you'll save even more time. Have a bowl of Pace® Picante available for dipping.

Spiced Shrimp in Lettuce Rolls

Pistachio Shrimp with Pesto Dipping Sauce

From Better Homes and Gardens

Nut-crusted shrimp and a coconut dipping sauce make up this unique appetizer.

Pistachio Shrimp with Pesto Dipping Sauce

Southern-Style Shrimp and Crab Boil

From The Food Channel

This recipe is for a large gathering of hungry people. It has just enough spice to give it sass, but not enough to scare off the faint of heart. It's a fun meal everyone will enjoy. And everything cooks in the same (big) pot!

Southern-Style Shrimp and Crab Boil

Shrimp Summer Rolls with Dipping Sauce

From Betty Crocker

Hosting an Asian-themed meal? Make shrimp spring rolls and a spicy dipping sauce.

Shrimp Summer Rolls with Dipping Sauce

Lemongrass Shrimp Pate

From Better Homes and Gardens

Lemon grass, an herb used to flavor Thai soups and teas, has a mild citrus taste. In this recipe, the herb works with cilantro, garlic, and a fresh chile to give shrimp spread Asian-style flavors.

Lemongrass Shrimp Pate

Fiesta Shrimp Appetizers

From Better Homes and Gardens

Spice up cooked shrimp by marinating in lime, cilantro and Anaheim pepper. For even more heat, substitute 2 to 4 tablespoons chopped jalapeno pepper for the Anaheim pepper.

Fiesta Shrimp Appetizers

Camarao con Coco

From Better Homes and Gardens

The name translates as grilled shrimp in coconut milk sauce. This dish appears in similar forms in the Caribbean and Creole Louisiana. If you can't find fresh malagueta chiles, substitute a tabasco or jalapeno chile.

Camarao con Coco

Scary Cerebrum

From Better Homes and Gardens

Guests at your Halloween party won't have to think twice whether they'd like a serving of this molded shrimp cocktail.

Scary Cerebrum

Double-Quick Shrimp Cocktail

From Better Homes and Gardens

It's easier than it looks to present two sauces in the same bowl for this shrimp appetizer. Tilt the bowl slightly and put the cocktail sauce in one side. Then carefully tilt the bowl the opposite way and add the sour cream sauce.

Double-Quick Shrimp Cocktail

Tomato Pesto Stuffed Shrimp

From Better Homes and Gardens

A batch of shrimp appetizers is ready for guests in 15 minutes. Basil leaves become edible plates for these stuffed shrimp delights.

Tomato Pesto Stuffed Shrimp

Holiday Shrimp Rounds

From Better Homes and Gardens

These little bite-size appetizers, shrimp perched on a light filling atop a pastry of sour cream and sharp cheddar cheese, are easily assembled and delightfully pretty.

Holiday Shrimp Rounds

Shrimp-Stuffed Buns

From Better Homes and Gardens

These savory snacks freeze well. To reheat, wrap frozen buns in foil and bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until heated through.

Shrimp-Stuffed Buns

Pizzazzy Little Pizzettas

From Better Homes and Gardens

Shredded pork? Shrimp? Smoked chicken? You can top this versatile appetizer a variety of ways.

Pizzazzy Little Pizzettas

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