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10 Colossal Shrimp Recipes Picky Eaters Can’t Help But Love

Many people born and raised in landlocked areas are often hesitant to try seafood, but there are certain dishes that are perfect to introduce new palates to a wealth of seafood culinary thrills. Colossal shrimp recipes are one such example of foods that you can appreciate even if you don’t identify as a seafood fan.

Frying, grilling, or making a ceviche are all great examples of how you can enjoy the juicy and naturally sweet-savory flavor of colossal shrimp. Here are 10 stunning colossal shrimp recipes to get you started on your new foodie journey.

#1. Colossal Shrimp Mofongo

While it has roots in African cuisine, you’d be surprised to know that mofongo is the national dish of Puerto Rico. Roughly mashed plantains mixed with garlic, pork rinds, and salt serve as the starchy basis for this dish and pair excellently with the colossal shrimp’s flavor. The shrimp are cooked in a wonderful buttery sauce that is also spooned over the mofongo for a decadent meal.

#2. Amazing Garlic Shrimp

Any recipe that calls for large or jumbo shrimp can also use colossal shrimp since the marketing terms aren’t standardized. If you buy shrimp by count and get less than 15 shrimp per pound you’ll be on your way to pan-fried garlic shrimp! For the best results, use whole garlic cloves and fresh parsley instead of any dried versions.

#3. Colossal Shrimp, Mango, and Cucumber Salad

Summer flavors have never been more powerful than this cool salad, perfect for a light lunch on a hot afternoon. The bright colors in this dish come not only from the mango and cucumber but jicama as well as red and orange bell peppers. Skip the sugar if you want the natural sweetness of the produce and rice vinegar.

#4. Pasta Shells with Shrimp and Garlicky Bread Crumbs

Crispy bread crumbs and a lemon anchovy dressing sit atop the shrimp and pasta shells before being delivered to your anticipating taste buds. Feel free to add extra garlic as long as all of it gets cooked to avoid the intense bitterness. You can also sauté or grill the shrimp for extra flavor and a firmer texture rather than boiling them.

#5. Blackened Shrimp and Grits

Cajun cooking offers some of the best comfort food, with grits being the king of Southern comfort foods. In this recipe, creamy flavor-packed grits help take the edge off some of the spicier seasonings like the paprika and Cajun seasoning on the shrimp. Reduce the cooking time for this recipe by using quick-cook type grits if you are on a tight schedule.

#6. Simple Sheet Pan Shrimp Scampi

Sheet pans offer the same level of convenience as one-pot meals since they don’t involve a pile of dishes for cleaning. The baguette is drizzled with three tablespoons of olive oil and four tablespoons of melted butter, making it particularly rich and crisp. And the lemon juice and shrimp even out the dish wonderfully.

#7. Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Firing up the grill (or grill pan) and throw on some delicious skewered colossal shrimp to make some delicious cook-out food. The lemon-herb marinade of lemon juice, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper adds a full-bodied flavor that everyone can enjoy. Let the shrimp be kissed by the flames for a few minutes and serve with fresh parsley.

#8. Cioppino

Colossal shrimp is just one of the many seafood proteins used in this tomato-based stew for a hearty and filling meal. Cioppino, also called fisherman’s stew, is packed with seafood flavors and a bunch of herbs and spices. Reduce or skip the sugar entirely if you want to taste more of the authentic Italian flavors.

#9. Shrimp Alfredo

The Italians got it right with shrimp and pasta, which is only made better by the rich white sauce of the Alfredo sauce. Feel free to add more garlic, but make sure it’s cooked through. You should also aim to use flat-leaf parsley instead of curly-leaf parsley.

#10. Spicy Hot Shrimp Ramen Bowls

Have you ever wanted more from your instant Ramen? This shrimp ramen recipe involves making the broth from scratch instead of using the seasoning packet and allows the shrimp to be the star of the dish. Hardcore Ramen enthusiasts looking for a more authentic ramen broth can substitute double the amount of brown sugar with mirin instead.

AboutRibana Hategan

Ribana is a certified pastry chef and passionate home cook who curates and develops recipes that are high on nutrition. She develops and tests cost effective, nutritious meals using quality ingredients to help people better their everyday eating experiences.