Spread the Love This Valentine’s Day with These Delicious Gulf Shrimp Recipes!

Valentine’s Day is this Friday! For those looking to have a more intimate night in, there are few better ways to show your affection than with a home-cooked meal; and for us, of course, there’s no better meal than one made with wild-caught Gulf shrimp. Our succulent shrimp pair perfectly with just about any ingredients imaginable, which makes them perfect for a multitude of recipes. Here are just a few of our favorites that are easy to make and are sure to satisfy you and your special someone this Valentine’s Day!

CREAMY SHRIMP BISQUE

Servings: 4
Total Time: 30-35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Jumbo 21/30 Count EZ Peel Wild-Caught Gulf Shrimp (peeled & deveined with shells set aside)
• 3 cups seafood stock (or water)
• 2 tbsp butter
• ½ small onion, chopped
• 1 small carrot, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp paprika
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tbsp flour (for thickening)
• Chopped parsley for garnish 

Instructions:

1. Make Shrimp Stock:
• Sauté shrimp shells in a saucepan with a little butter for 3-4 minutes.
• Add stock (or water), simmer for 10 minutes, then strain and discard shells.
2. Cook Vegetables:
• Melt butter in a large pot.
• Sauté onion, carrot and garlic until soft (about 5 minutes).
3. Build the Bisque:
• Stir in tomato paste, paprika, salt and pepper.
• Pour in the strained shrimp stock and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Blend & Thicken:
• Use a blender to puree the soup until smooth.
• Stir in the flour mixed with 2 tbsp water to thicken.
5. Finish with Shrimp & Cream:
• Add shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink.
• Stir in heavy cream and heat through.
6. Serve:
• Garnish with parsley and enjoy!

MANGO SHRIMP SALAD

Servings: 4
Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Extra Small 61/90 Count Peeled & Deveined Tail-Off Wild-Caught Gulf Shrimp
• 1 ripe mango, diced
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 small cucumber, diced
• ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
• 4 cups mixed greens or romaine lettuce

Dressing:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp honey
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions:

1. Cook the Shrimp:
• Boil or sauté shrimp in a little olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Let cool.
2. Make the Dressing:
• Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt and pepper.
3. Assemble the Salad:
• In a large bowl, combine mango, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion and greens.
• Add cooked shrimp and drizzle with dressing.
4. Serve:
• Toss gently, top with avocado and enjoy!

SPICY CAJUN SHRIMP PASTA

Servings: 4
Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Extra Small 61/90 Count Peeled & Deveined Tail-Off Wild-Caught Gulf Shrimp
• 8 oz spaghetti
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 ½ tbsp Cajun seasoning
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Juice of ½ lemon

Instructions:

1. Cook the Spaghetti:
• Boil spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the Shrimp:
• Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
• Toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the Sauce:
• In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
• Add cherry tomatoes and red pepper flakes, cooking until softened.
• Stir in heavy cream (or half-and-half) and Parmesan, simmer for 2 minutes.
4. Combine & Serve:
• Add cooked spaghetti and shrimp to the pan, tossing to coat.
• Squeeze in lemon juice and sprinkle with parsley.
5. Enjoy!
• Serve immediately with extra Parmesan if desired.

We hope you and your special someone enjoy these romantic recipes this Valentine’s Day! And, of course, for all your shrimp needs, visit our Shop page to order wild-caught Gulf shrimp to be shipped to you anywhere in the country!