Celebrating the flavor and tradition of Wild American Gulf shrimp with a collection of my top favorites from Deep South Dish website!
Top Favorite Shrimp Recipes You’ll Crave
There’s nothing quite like the flavor of Wild American shrimp, especially those harvested from the Gulf of America! Y'all already know how I feel about that.
Sweet, tender, and brimming with the taste of the sea, Gulf shrimp have long been a staple of Southern kitchens and coastal gatherings. They’re the heart of so many beloved dishes—whether fried golden and crunchy, simmered in a spicy Creole sauce, or tucked into a comforting casserole.
Cooking with Gulf shrimp isn’t just about the food; it’s about honoring a tradition that connects family tables, shrimp boats, and the rich waters of the American South.
In this roundup, I’m sharing several of my top favorite shrimp recipes, each one celebrating the versatility and flavor of Wild American shrimp.
From classics like Southern Fried Shrimp and Shrimp Creole to hearty one-pot wonders like gumbo, jambalaya, and etouffee, these dishes showcase the Gulf’s bounty in every bite. You’ll find quick weeknight meals, cozy casseroles, and festive appetizers—all rooted in the flavors of the Coast.
Whether you grew up on shrimp suppers or you’re just discovering the joy of Gulf shrimp, these recipes bring a taste of Southern tradition straight to your kitchen.
Gulf Coast Shrimp dusted with a light coating of seasoned flour and deep fried to crunchy perfection.
A scrumptious and super easy casserole of shrimp, rice, cream soups and The Trinity.
A quick and easy, creamy corn chowder made with veggies, sautéed in bacon drippings, cubed potatoes and shrimp.
Fresh shrimp, cooked in a spicy Creole tomato sauce and served over a bed of hot steaming rice.
A chicken, sausage and shrimp gumbo, made with a butter-based roux, the trinity and okra.
Fresh, wild caught shrimp, cooked in a buttery, well-seasoned sauce with mushrooms and served over pasta.
A smaller batch of classic jambalaya, made with the trinity, rice, shrimp and smoked sausage.
An easy shortcut cheater etouffee that uses cream soup as a roux shortcut and works well for both shrimp and crawfish.
A traditional roux-based gumbo made with shrimp, spicy andouille sausage and okra. Pass hot sauce at the table, add some hot, buttered French bread and a side salad to round it out.
Shrimp Spaghetti, often referred to as shrimp boat spaghetti, because it could easily be made with a scoop out of the day's catch and ingredients easy transported on a shrimp boat. A nice shortcut, tomato based sauce made with shrimp, bell pepper and garlic and tossed with spaghetti noodles.
Wild American shrimp, dredged in a blend of flour and cornstarch, then deep fried and finished in an enhanced spicy sweet chili sauce, makes for a great snack, appetizer or main dish meal with a nice kick.
My Mama's Shrimp and Fettuccine recipe, made with shrimp and andouille sausage, cooked in a buttery sauce tossed with fettuccine, fresh herbs, artichokes and pimentos.
Shrimp and Sausage cooked in a spicy tomato, roux and trinity enhanced sauce and served on a bed of Garlic Cheese Grits.
A cross between gumbo and jambalaya, this quick and easy skillet meal packs a burst of gumbo flavor, but without the usual lengthy time commitment - great for busy weeknights.
Great Northern, cannellini, navy or your favorite small white bean, cooked in a ham bone broth, with the trinity, Rotel tomatoes, andouille sausage and small shrimp.
Jumbo shrimp, tossed in a seasoned olive oil mix and oven roasted.
Raw shrimp, preferably Wild-caught American, peeled and deveined, passed through a milk and egg mixture, then into a seasoned cracker meal dredge and deep fried to golden brown delicious!
From skillet suppers to Sunday gumbo pots, these recipes prove just how versatile Wild American shrimp can be!
Gulf shrimp bring a natural sweetness and hearty texture that shine whether they’re fried crisp, simmered slow, or tossed into pasta. Each dish carries a little taste of the Coast, a nod to the shrimp boats and family tables that keep these traditions alive.
I hope this collection inspires you to bring more Gulf shrimp into your kitchen—whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner, hosting friends, or simply craving a bite of Southern comfort. Share these recipes, make them your own, and celebrate the bounty of Wild American shrimp. After all, there’s no better way to honor the Gulf than by gathering around the table with a plate full of its finest catch!
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