If you're looking for a seafood dish that is both delicious and versatile, look no further than shrimp! This seafood can be prepared in many various ways, so it's perfect for any cooking method. And if you are a fan of such a dish you will naturally wonder what can you pair it with to have an even more complex meal. So we put together the best ideas of dishes that will go with your shrimp, regardless of how you cook it. Whether you're frying up some shrimp for dinner tonight or are looking for some recipes to add to your repertoire, read on for some delicious pairing ideas!

Pasta Salad

For this dish, cook the pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta with diced avocado, grape tomatoes, and cooked shrimp. For the dressing, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix everything together. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Grilled Shrimp with Chimichurri Sauce

For this dish, make a chimichurri sauce by mixing together parsley, cilantro, garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and salt. Set the sauce aside. Season the shrimp with salt, add some spicy flavor with fresno pepper or any fresno pepper substitute, and smoked paprika. Grill the shrimp over medium-high heat until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Serve the grilled shrimp with the chimichurri sauce.

Shrimp Scampi

For this dish, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant. Add the shrimp and cook until opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Add the white wine and lemon juice and bring the mixture to a boil. Cook for 1 minute, then remove from the heat. Add the parsley and serve with cooked pasta or rice.

Grilled Potatoes

For this dish, preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl. Add the shrimp, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until coated. Grill the potatoes and shrimp for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the potatoes are tender and the shrimp are cooked through. Serve immediately.

These are just a few ideas for dishes to pair with shrimp. There are endless possibilities, so get creative and experiment with different flavors!

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Risotto with shrimp

Ingredients:

-1 onion, diced

-2 cloves garlic, minced

-1 cup Arborio rice

-3 cups chicken broth

-1/2 cup white wine

-1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

-1/2 teaspoon salt

-1/4 teaspoon black pepper

-1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

-1/4 cup parsley, chopped

Instructions:

1. In a large saucepan, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until softened.
2. Add the rice and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
3. Add the chicken broth and white wine and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
5. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
6. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until opaque.
7. Stir in the parsley and serve immediately.

This creamy risotto is packed with flavor and makes a great main dish or side dish. The shrimp add a nice protein boost, but you could also add other cooked seafood, chicken, or sausage. Be sure to use a good quality Parmesan cheese for best results.

Quinoa with shrimp

Ingredients:

-1 cup quinoa

-2 cups chicken broth

-1/2 red onion, diced

-1 red bell pepper, diced

-1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

-1/2 teaspoon cumin

-1/4 teaspoon chili powder

-1 tablespoon lime juice

-1 tablespoon olive oil

-1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

-1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions:

1. In a large saucepan, bring the quinoa and chicken broth to a boil.
2. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
3. Remove from the heat and stir in the red onion, red bell pepper, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, lime juice, and olive oil.
4. Add the shrimp and feta cheese and stir until well mixed.
5. Serve immediately.

This dish is light and refreshing, but still filling and satisfying. The quinoa provides a great base for the shrimp and vegetables, and the feta cheese adds a nice touch of creaminess. If you don't have feta cheese on hand, you could use goat cheese or ricotta salata.

We hope you’ve found some delicious recipes to try with shrimp and that you’ll come back soon for more tasty ideas. In the meantime, be sure to check out our blog post Anya’s Eats for even more amazing dishes to pair with your favorite seafood.