22 Best Seafood Recipes That Are a Real Catch for Dinner
Try fish, shrimp, or a hearty tuna casserole.
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Switching up your typical chicken dinner or ground beef recipes for something light and fresh is always a good idea. Whether it's flaky fish recipes or a satisfying shrimp pasta, this list has all the seafood recipes you need. Even those who are skeptical about seafood will find something that fits the bill. For instance, Ree Drummond didn't start liking salmon recipes until her forties and now she's "making up for lost time." It's no wonder her spicy salmon rice bowls have become a weeknight favorite! Of course, if salmon isn't your thing, there are still plenty of other seafood choices: you can try tuna, swordfish, clams, or even lobster ahead.
Wondering how to incorporate seafood recipes into your daily routine? It's easy! There are easy casseroles like tuna noodle casserole, grilled fish, and simple salmon burgers that everyone will love. Plus, you can whip up tasty seafood appetizers like crab Rangoon and crunchy coconut shrimp for any get-together or party. Looking for a healthy recipe that's still packed with flavor? Try the Nicoise salad made with tuna or the grilled swordfish topped with pineapple relish. Then again, you can't go wrong with salmon tacos—they'll be on the table in under an hour. Sounds like your seafood dinner is served.
Salmon Tacos
This flaky roasted salmon is seasoned with chili powder, garlic, and zesty lime so it's full of flavor on its own. Pile it on a tortilla with some charred corn slaw and hot sauce for the ultimate Tex-Mex taco night.
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Shrimp and Grits
This Southern classic is incredibly comforting thanks to cheesy grits, crispy bacon, and succulent shrimp. Best of all, it's on the table in just 20 minutes!
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Nicoise Salad
This is the kind of salad that's packed with mix-in's like hard-boiled eggs, grilled artichokes, olives, boiled potatoes, and jarred tuna. Ree's variation is drizzled with a pesto-lemon dressing!
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Crab Cakes
Old Bay seasoning and a spicy remoulade dipping sauce give these homemade crab cakes that authentic Maryland feel. Serve them up as an appetizer, over a salad, or even on a toasted bun.
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Tuna Noodle Casserole
This comforting pasta bake will remind you of the kind you had as a kid. It's creamy and hearty with that classic topping of potato chips.
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Shrimp Boil
Gather your family and friends because a shrimp boil is made for sharing. This variation combines shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes with a Creole-spiced broth and plenty of lemon-garlic butter sauce for dipping.
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Grilled Swordfish
Hearty swordfish steaks are easy to throw on the grill. You can serve them up with just about anything, but the pineapple relish adds a burst of freshness.
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Honey Soy Salmon
This quick salmon dish has been a popular Pioneer Woman recipe for years. It's all about the sticky-sweet glaze that Ree says has "more flavor than I know what to do with."
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Lobster Rolls
Anyone can make this New England specialty right at home! It's simply a creamy, chilled seafood salad piled onto a toasted bun.
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Shrimp Scampi
What makes this shrimp pasta so great? "All of the best things in life," Ree says, "Butter, wine, and lemon!" Not to mention, it's ready in 15 minutes flat.
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Crab Rangoon
This popular party snack is the perfect combination of creamy crab filling and crispy wonton shells. Serve with a sweet chili sauce and it'll be hard to stop at just one!
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Garlic Shrimp
One bite of this garlicky shrimp and you'll wonder why you've never made it before! The sauce it good enough to drink, but try serving it over noodles or with toasted bread for dipping.
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Grilled Mahi-Mahi
You might be surprised to learn that this flaky white fish is easy to grill. Just be sure to coat it in cooking spray and sticking shouldn't be a problem.
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Spicy Salmon Rice Bowls
This salmon is seasoned with soy sauce, honey, ginger, garlic, and sriracha so it has a sweet and spicy kick. Serve it over rice with slices of fresh cucumber and avocado, plus a homemade spicy mayo for even more heat.
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Coconut Shrimp
You can take a trip to the tropics without ever leaving your home thanks to this crunchy coconut shrimp. It makes for a fun appetizer when served with the sweet dipping sauce.
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Lobster Mac and Cheese
This elevated mac and cheese is worthy of a celebration! It has that ooey gooey cheese sauce you know and love with the addition of buttery lobster and a golden breadcrumb topping.
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Tuna Pasta Salad
Keep some canned tuna in your pantry to make this easy potluck side dish. It has tons of crunchy fresh vegetables and a creamy dressing that coats everything.
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Salmon Burgers
Switch up burger night with these easy salmon patties. They're brushed with a sticky-sweet sesame-soy glaze, then topped with cucumber salad for a refreshing crunch.
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Clam Chowder
This might just be one of the most comforting ways to enjoy seafood! It's a classic, creamy soup made with clams, bacon, potatoes, and oyster crackers for serving.
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Coconut Shrimp Curry
This recipe for shrimp curry is exceedingly easy. All you need is a handful of ingredients and 20 minutes for it to come together. Then, you can serve it over a fluffy bowl of rice!
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