Lobster and Shrimp Recipes

Published: Jan 7, 2023 · Modified: Oct 27, 2024 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

If you love lobster and shrimp, you've come to the right place. This collection of delicious lobster and shrimp recipes has all kinds of delicious flavors and textures, so there's something for everyone. You'll find copycat Red Lobster pizza, fried lobster tails, seafood cakes (crab cakes, only better), and so many more delicious new ways to enjoy everyone's favorite shellfish varieties.

Collage of four delicious recipes made with Lobster and shrimp. The title "Lobster and Shrimp Recipes" is in the center of the collage.

I've always been a big fan of shellfish, especially shrimp and lobster. There's just so much you can do with them. Their flavor is rich and mild, and it melds perfectly with so many other flavors.

The recipes on this list take full advantage of that. Once you try just one of them, I know you'll be itching to try the rest!

Why You'll Love These Recipes

There's such a variety of flavors to choose from.
Shrimp and lobster are both rich and flavorful.
Both of these shellfish are packed with protein and healthy fat.

Why These Recipes Work

These recipes run the gamut from traditional poached lobster tails to lo mein noodles and even lobster mac and cheese. That means that there's something for everyone on this list.

These recipes are all delicious and can be paired with so many different sides, as well. Between the variety of flavors and their versatility, these recipes make for delicious and easy meals.

What to Serve with Shrimp

Shrimp and lobster can be paired with so many flavors, and so can these recipes. Of course, garlic bread and homemade cheese bread are both excellent pairings. However, there's so much more you can try. Some great pairings include:

If none of these appeals to you or you just want to check out alternatives, take a look at our list of what to serve with shrimp. I'm sure you'll find something you like!

Storage

Safe storage times are all generally the same with these recipes because the main ingredients are the ones to consider when storing these recipes.

Store any of these recipes in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, most of these recipes can be frozen for up to 3 months in an air-tight, freezer-safe container.

Lobster and Shrimp Recipes

The recipes found below are full of flavor and fun variation, but one thing remains the same. They're delicious! Check it out.

Red Lobster Lobster Pizza Copycat

This copycat Red Lobster lobster pizza is loaded with all the flavors we love in the original and so easy to make. Give it a try!

Butter Poached Lobster Tails

Butter poached lobster tails are lightly seasoned and accented with lemon juice. It's a simple recipe that's full of flavor.

How to Cut a Lobster Tail

Knowing how to cut lobster tail opens up tons of possibilities when it comes to cooking them. This guide shows you how to do it.

Fried Lobster Tails

These fried lobster tails are lightly seasoned and breaded and fried to golden perfection. They're perfect for a special meal.

A fried lobster tail on a plate.

Red Lobster Crab Cakes

This copycat Red Lobster crab cakes recipe is better than the original. It's loaded with rich seafood flavor and a golden, crispy coating.

Crispy red lobster crab cakes stacked together with white sauce on the top one. Garnished with a lemon slice on the side.

Smoked Mac and Cheese with Lobster

This smoked mac and cheese with lobster puts a fancy twist on an old favorite. This smoked gouda mac and cheese is so decadent.

Overhead photo of Lobster mac and cheese served inside a large bowl.

Smoked Lobster Tails

These smoked lobster tails are easy to make and so smoky good. Smoking lobster tails imparts a tremendous flavor like you've never tasted.

Three seasoned lobster tails garnished with herbs.

Bloody Mary Shrimp

This bloody mary shrimp recipe combines tender, perfectly cooked shrimp with all the tangy, tomato flavor of bloody mary cocktails.

Instant Pot Shrimp Recipe

This instant pot shrimp recipe cooks up tender, juicy shrimp perfectly every time. It's so easy and so delicious. Give it a try.

Shrimp Chop Suey

This shrimp chop suey recipe is loaded with flavor ingredients, but it's so easy to make! Enjoy takeout at home whenever you like!

A spoonful of shrimp chop suey.

Shrimp Yakisoba

Shrimp yakisoba is a sweet, tangy, spicy dish full of vegetables, noodles, shrimp, and sauce. It's delicious, complex, and easy to make.

A bowl of shrimp yakisoba.

Moo Shu Shrimp

This delicious moo shu shrimp recipe is salty and tangy with the flavor of perfectly cooked shrimp and fresh veggies. It's also E-Z!

A bowl of rice topped with vegetables, eggs and seasoned shrimp.

Tex Mex Shrimp Bowl

This Tex Mex shrimp bowl is full of delicious southwestern flavors. This spicy shrimp bowl is an explosion of flavor in every bite.

Seasoned shrimp and rice with mixed vegetables in a bowl

Bistro Shrimp Pasta

Bistro Shrimp Pasta is a Cheesecake Factory favorite! The shrimp is lightly fried and served over pasta with veggies and a flavorful sauce, making it balanced.

Bistro shrimp pasta in a bowl.

Cajun Shrimp Pasta - Creole Heaven

Cajun shrimp pasta has an explosion of flavor that can't be beat. This spicy shrimp pasta recipe results in a dish that combines perfectly-cooked shrimp and tender pasta in a creamy, spicy Cajun sauce that will have your taste buds singing! They don't call it Creole heaven for nothing.

Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe - Panda Express Copycat

Are you a fan of Panda Express? If so, you're going to love this Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe. It's the perfect copycat.

Shrimp Lo Mein

You'll love this easy Chinese Shrimp Lo Mein recipe with the option of learning how to make homemade teriyaki sauce instead of store bought.

Lemon Garlic Broiled Shrimp Skewers

This garlicky Broiled Shrimp recipe is a simple and delicious way to get lots of flavor in a short amount of time. They are caramelized to perfection in the oven!

A bowl of broiled shrimp garnished with chopped parsley in a bowl next to a blue cloth and a fork on a beige surface.

Sweet Chili Shrimp with Bacon

This recipe for Bacon Wrapped Shrimp is bursting with flavor. The savory bacon adds a salty note while the sweet chili sauce adds heat and balanced sweetness.

Cooked bacon wrapped shrimp skewers with sweet chili sauce on a wooden surface.

Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp with Piña Colada Sauce

This spicy air fryer coconut shrimp with pina colada sauce just screams summer at the beach. Try this delicious air fried shrimp for yourself.

Easy Shrimp Pasta Salad

You are going to love this creamy and flavorful Shrimp Pasta Salad. It’s full of crunchy veggies, savory feta, and juicy shrimp. It’s the perfect BBQ side dish!

A bowl of creamy shrimp pasta salad on the table with a fork and fresh ingredients to the side of the bowl.

Easy Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Easy Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a shrimp and pasta lover's dream. Covered in a flavorful sauce, this dish is light and hearty at the same time. A meal unto itself, It will not disappoint!

Plate of garlic shrimp pasta garnished with fresh parsley.

Try These Lobster and Shrimp Recipes

From pizza to pasta and everything in between, these are some of the best lobster and shrimp recipes you'll ever make! No matter what you love, you'll find something on this list.

Have fun and don't forget to let me know what you think!

Collage of four delicious recipes made with Lobster and shrimp. The title "Lobster and Shrimp Recipes" is in the center of the collage.

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