45 of the best Thanksgiving shrimp appetizers! If you're looking for a quick, easy and delicious Shrimp Appetizer for your holiday gathering, you've come to the right place!From light and easy fried (or air fried) shrimp to easy dips and fun twists on classic appetizers- there's a shrimp recipe here for every taste!
Why shrimp makes a great Thanksgiving appetizer
Shrimp is light, versatile, and bite sized- making it a great appetizer option for Thanksgiving day. Break up the appetizer table at this year's family holiday gathering with these quic. Break up the appetizer table at this year's family holiday gathering with these quick, easy, unique and absolutely delicious Thanksgiving shrimp appetizers!
1. Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp (Gluten-Free)
Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp is mouthwatering restaurant-style coconut shrimp made quick and easy for a delicious entrée or appetizer. This healthy gluten-free shrimp recipe does not require deep frying but it still has that crispy, flavorful crunch you expect!
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2. Shrimp Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers
Shrimp Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers with a delicious cream cheese, jack cheese, and shrimp filling, topped with a delicious buttery cheesy panko bread topping.
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3. Shrimp Ceviche Tostadas
Shrimp ceviche tostadas may be a little messy to eat, but it's definitely worth it. Fresh, citrusy shrimp and salad vegetables over crunchy corn tortillas is a delicious, and easy, combination.
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4. Butterflied Shrimp (Baked)
These delicious baked butterflied shrimp are plump, herb-y, buttery and a little crunchy. And, best of all, no frying and smelling up the kitchen.
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5. Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
When done right, Bacon Wrapped Shrimp are one of the easiest, most delicious appetizers you can make. There are a couple of secrets to making them perfectly succulent. It takes 8-10 minutes to make juicy, flavorful shrimp in the oven. Baking bacon until crispy takes 15 to 20 minutes!
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6. Buffalo Shrimp Dip
Easy, cheesy Buffalo Shrimp Dip is a great spin on classic Buffalo Chicken Dip, and an easy appetizer you can whip up for guests!
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7. Blackened Shrimp with Avocado Ranch Dressing
Blackened Shrimp is juicy, flavorful and served with a cool, creamy avocado ranch dressing! Itʼs a healthy, flavorful shrimp appetizer thatʼs so easy to make!
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8. Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs
A fun and fresh twist on classic deviled eggs, these Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs are perfect Thanksgiving shrimp appetizers! If you are a fan of spicy deviled eggs, you will love these Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs. This unique deviled egg recipe is perfect for your next party. Blackened shrimp top perfectly cooked eggs filled with a Creole seasoned filling.
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9. Shrimp Mango Ceviche
An easy, light, and refreshing appetizer, this Shrimp & Mango Ceviche Recipe tastes even better the longer it sits. I suggest making it 2 hours before serving. It really makes a difference!
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10. Super Easy Shrimp and Cream Cheese Appetizer
You truly won't believe something this easy tastes so good! Pair this super
Easy Shrimp & Cream Cheese Appetizer with crackers for a totally tasty dip. It's a perfect pairing for healthier {yet still a little bit indulgent} holiday snacking.
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11. Addicting Creamy Shrimp Dip
This delicious Creamy Shrimp Dip is made with fresh dill, capers, and shrimp. Perfect to serve with crackers or bread. The perfect appetizer for parties.
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12. Shrimp Cheese Ball
A shrimp cheese ball that is a quick and easy appetizer to prepare with shrimp, taco seasoning, cream cheese, lime juice, and pecans. It is both creamy and crunchy, making a great gluten-free and keto spread for crackers, crudité vegetables, and toast.
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13. Shrimp Rangoon
Succulent shrimp mixed with cream cheese and wrapped in a crispy wonton wrapper, Shrimp Rangoon is sure to be your new favorite appetizer.
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14. Fiesta Shrimp Nacho Bites
These layered nachos are a savory bite of goodness that pack a delicious crunch! The extra best part is that they're so easy to make thanks to simple ingredients like Ro*tel & Rosarita.
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15. Fried Shrimp
Amazingly crispy and so easy to make, this Fried Shrimp recipe is the only one youʼll need! Make these tasty shrimp for dinner, or serve them as an appetizer or a tasty salad topping.
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16. Cajun Shrimp and Grits Appetizer
Super classy Thanksgiving shrimp appetizers with the cutest presentation! These shrimp and grits appetizers are made with cheesy grits and homemade Cajun seasoning. Serve these slightly spicy hors d'oeuvres at cocktail hour, at parties, or as an appetizer with dinner!
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17. Shrimp Salad Avocado Puff Pastry Shells
With virtually no cooking involved, these Shrimp Salad and Avocado Puff Pastry Shells come together so quickly. All you have to do is bake the pastry! This is one of those perfect dishes that you can make ahead for summer entertaining.
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18. Polenta Squares with Garlic Shrimp and Spinach Pesto
Polenta Squares with a quick Shrimp cooked in garlic and olive oil, and Spinach Pesto are the perfect appetizer! Really easy to make, combined Italian flavors in a delicious bite.
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19. Spicy Shrimp with Feta Dip
Spicy Shrimp with Feta Dip! The shrimp are juicy and have that flame kissed flavor from the grill. And the feta dip is a dream! I could eat it by the spoonful.
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20. Layered Shrimp Cocktail Dip
Looking for a great appetizer that wonʼt break the bank but delivers gourmet flavor? This layered shrimp cocktail dip is a beautiful blend of the classic recipes taste in every single bite. With fresh shrimp and your favorite cocktail sauce spread over seasoned cream cheese, it makes a delicious addition to any party spread, whatever the occasion!
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21. Crab Stuffed Shrimp
A plate of decadent Crab Stuffed Shrimp will make you feel like youʼre dining in an elegant restaurant. Delicious sweet crab and plump, briny, jumbo shrimp are a match made in heaven. And while it may look fancy, you wonʼt believe how easy this seafood recipe is to make.
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22. Garlic Shrimp Crostini with Avocado
These garlic shrimp crostini with avocado is the perfect bite-size appetizer that are great for any gathering or party you attend. With super flavorful shrimp, and a quick olive oil brushed toasted baguette crostini, these are always a hit!
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23. Buffalo Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
These creamy and spicy shrimp wrapped in crisp butter lettuce make a great appetizer, a quick lunch, or a light and easy dinner.
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24. Shrimp Cocktail Louis
Shrimp Cocktail Louis harkens back to an era when shrimp cocktail was the ultimate in elegance! This modern twist which includes Sriracha hot sauce is the perfect party food! Serve with lemon wedges, for a little extra brightness from the fresh squeezed lemon juice!
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25. Parmesan Garlic Shrimp
This warm Parmesan Garlic Shrimp Recipe is packed with wonderful flavors, but the real breakout star is the versatile roasted garlic dip.
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26. Shrimp Cocktail
Plump, tender shrimp with a zesty homemade cocktail sauce is my go-to for a delicious, classy appetizer. Thatʼs what you create with this shrimp cocktail recipe.
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27. Old Bay Steamed Shrimp
Old Bay steamed shrimp are SO quick and easy to make. These peel and eat shrimp are a four-ingredient appetizer or light meal perfect for the warm weather. Shrimp are steamed over a beer, vinegar, and Old Bay seasoning boil for a flavorful and healthy appetizer.
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28. Low Carb Keto Fried Shrimp with Pork Rinds
These super-crispy keto fried shrimp are coated in seasoned low-carb breadcrumbs and fried to a beautiful golden brown. They're perfect as an appetizer or a main course and are even better than the restaurant variety! Plus, they're gluten-free, paleo, and Whole30-friendly!
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29. Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
This Mexican Shrimp Cocktail also known as Coctel de Camarones is such a fun appetizer to make! Put them in little individual cups so guests can serve themselves. Itʼs sure to be a hit at any party!
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30. Peruvian Shrimp Ceviche
This fresh and easy Peruvian shrimp ceviche recipe is the best version because it can be done with raw and cooked seafood for every palate.
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31. Seafood Bruschetta
This quick and easy Seafood Bruschetta with Corn, Scallops and Shrimp makes a great appetizer. With a few simple ingredients, the bruschetta can be made ahead of time, and assembled just before guests arrive!
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32. Thai Shrimp in a Blanket (Goong Hom Pha)
Shrimp in a Blanket or Goong Hom Pha is an easy appetizer of whole shrimp wrapped in spring roll wrappers and deep fried until crispy.
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33. Restaurant Style Peel and Eat Shrimp
There is something magical about shrimp and everyoneʼs eyes light up at the mention of having shrimp for dinner. And one of the easiest ways to wow your friends and family is to serve up a platter of Peel and Eat Shrimp.
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34. Kimchi Shrimp Cocktail
An easy twist on a classic appetizer, this Kimchi Shrimp Cocktail comes together in less than 5 minutes, with the help of your trusty food processor.
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35. Bang Bang Shrimp
Made popular by Bonefish Grill, no restaurant can compare with this homemade Bang Bang Shrimp recipe! Shrimp are tossed in a flavorful breading and fried to crispy perfection before being doused in a spicy sweet bang bang sauce.
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36. Crab and Shrimp Ceviche
This light and simple Crab and Shrimp Ceviche makes a great appetizer, with simple, fresh ingredients! Make some of my quick and easy homemade tortilla chips on the side for the ultimate seafood snack!
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37. Southern Fried Shrimp
This fried shrimp recipe is for shrimp with a light, but crispy coating. Using cracker meal or corn meal makes it a southern favorite that everyone loves.
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38. Baked Shrimp Dip
Hot, garlicky, cheesy, and super creamy Shrimp Dip perfect for a New Yearʼs Eve party or Game Day gathering! This makes a delicious hot appetizer that your guests will devour in seconds. It doesnʼt get any easier than this LOW CARB AND KETO FRIENDLY Shrimp recipe.
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39. Cajun Shrimp Toast
Bite-sized SHRIMP TOAST! Tiny and tasty, these Cajun Shrimp Toasts make the ultimate Thanksgiving shrimp appetizers! With the creamiest, cheesiest shrimp topping with Parmesan and mozzarella! You wonʼt be able to stop at 1!
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40. Chimichurri Shrimp Skewers
These 10 Minute Grilled Chimichurri Shrimp Skewers are loaded with bold herb flavours from this easy-to-make Argentinian sauce. It's a low-carb, Keto, Paleo and Whole30-friendly recipe! Serve either as appetizers or as a main dish.
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41. Shrimp Cakes
If you're a fan of shrimp recipes, these shrimp cakes are a must-try! They're juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. These delicious shrimp fritters vanish quickly! And don't forget the chili-lime sauce – it's a must-have!
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42. Ruth's Chris Copycat BBQ Shrimp
A Ruth's Chris Copycat BBQ Shrimp recipe that will give you amazing reviews from family and friends, from the delicious spiced butter sauce to the gorgeous roasted garlic mashed potatoes.
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43. Cheesy Shrimp Dip
One of my favorite Thanksgiving shrimp appetizers! Cheesy Shrimp Dip makes a delicious dinner party appetizer. Serve hot and bubbly with pita chips, a sliced and toasted baguette, or assorted crackers.
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44. Chili Lime Glazed Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Sweet, tangy Chili Lime Glazed Grilled Shrimp can act as an appetizer or main entrée! This quick and easy recipe requires only a few basic ingredients and hardly any time to prepare!
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45. The Perfect Air Fryer Shrimp
The perfect air fryer shrimp are well seasoned and cooked until juicy and tender. These quick, easy, and delicious air fried shrimp make the perfect light appetizer!
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