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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    21 Easy Delicious Seafood Dishes You Can Make Tonight

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on February 21, 2025, updated February 12, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Seafood is a fantastic option for dinner, offering a variety of flavors and textures that can please anyone. From quick and easy recipes to more elaborate dishes, there are plenty of seafood meals you can whip up in no time. Here are 21 simple and delicious seafood dishes that you can make tonight, perfect for any occasion.

    Crab Pasta

    Crab Pasta
    Photo Credit: Caroline's Cooking.

    This crab pasta is super simple to whip up and has a fresh, light flavor that everyone will enjoy. It's a perfect meal for when you need something quick and tasty.

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    Citrus Herb Grilled Shrimp

    Citrus Herb Grilled Shrimp.
    Photo credit: Coley Cooks.

    This recipe is a simple and delicious meal that's perfect for gatherings. It works well as either a starter or a main dish and is sure to please everyone.

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    Air Fryer Tuna Patties

    AIR FRYER TUNA PATTIES.
    Photo credit: 2 Cookin Mamas.

    Air Fryer Tuna Patties are quick and easy to prepare, taking only about 20 minutes from start to finish. Simply mix canned tuna with some onion, red bell pepper, and garlic, then add panko crumbs and eggs before air frying them for 8 minutes.

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    Air Fryer Shrimp

    A bowl of air fryer shrimp.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp are quick to prepare, taking only 3-5 minutes to cook. They are flavored with garlic and paprika, and garnished with fresh parsley, making them a great addition to salads or served with your favorite sauces and sides.

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    Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice

    Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice
    Photo Credit: Love and Other Spices.

    Shrimp and chicken fried rice is a tasty and filling dinner that you can whip up in just 30 minutes. It's a perfect way to use leftover rice and create a meal that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Tuna Cucumber Bites

    Tuna Cucumber Bites.
    Photo credit: Low Carb Africa.

    These tasty cucumber bites with tuna are a simple appetizer. They're great for quick dinners and easy to eat with your hands!

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    Shrimp Curry

    Shrimp curry in a skillet.
    Photo credit: alwaysusebutter.com.

    This easy Shrimp Curry is packed with flavor and comes together quickly. With Thai red curry paste and creamy coconut milk, it's a great choice for a weeknight dinner.

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    Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake

    Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Rich and Delish.

    This tuna pasta bake is creamy and packed with flavor, using canned tuna and mozzarella cheese along with a few other easy ingredients. It's a simple dish that's perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

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    Mahi Mahi

    Mahi mahi.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This mahi mahi cooked in the air fryer is a quick and tasty meal that looks great on the table. Pair it with your favorite sides for a satisfying dinner.

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    Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta

    Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta.
    Photo credit: I Heart Nap Time.

    This sweet and spicy bang bang shrimp pasta is sure to please everyone at the table. It's an easy dish featuring tender fettuccine and shrimp cooked in a creamy sriracha sauce.

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    Seafood Pasta Bake

    Baked seafood pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish combines creamy, cheesy goodness with seafood and pasta in a convenient casserole. It's a simple and satisfying meal that's perfect for any night.

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    Baked Cod in Foil

    A foil pack with cod and potatoes.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These baked cod packs are simple to prepare and full of flavor. With cod, tomatoes, potatoes, and lemon all cooked together, this is a complete meal that’s easy to make.

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    Lemon Pepper Salmon

    Baked lemon pepper salmon.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Probably the best salmon version ever - all done with just 3 ingredients.

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    New Orleans BBQ Shrimp

    Easy New Orleans Bbq Shrimp
    Photo credit: Coley Cooks.

    This classic Cajun shrimp dish is rich and tasty, and you can have it ready in just 20 minutes. The shrimp are cooked in a delicious sauce with garlic, beer, Worcestershire sauce, Creole spices, and lots of butter.

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    Air Fryer Halibut

    Air fryer halibut on a white plate.
    Photo Credit: The Dizzy Cook.

    This halibut dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. With just five ingredients, the fresh fish is topped with a crunchy herb panko coating and cooked in under 10 minutes.

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    Shrimp Ceviche

    Shirmp ceviche.
    Photo credit: Homemade Interest.

    Shrimp ceviche is a simple and refreshing dish that combines shrimp, onion, tomatoes, jalapeno, and avocado in a tangy citrus marinade. It's perfect for a light meal or a quick appetizer.

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    Teriyaki Salmon

    Teriyaki salmon.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Using store-bought teriyaki sauce or making your own, this easy salmon dish is sure to please. It's a simple and delicious option for dinner.

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    Grilled Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa

    Fish tacos.
    Photo credit: Sweet Tea and Thyme.

    Grilled flaky white fish paired with sweet and spicy mango salsa creates a delicious dish that you'll want to enjoy again and again. This is a great option for a quick and satisfying meal.

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    Green Mango & Seafood Salad

    Green Mango & Seafood Salad.
    Photo credit: Delightful Plate.

    Vietnamese Green Mango Salad with Seafood is a refreshing dish that combines different flavors and textures beautifully. It's quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a light meal.

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    Pesto Salmon

    Pesto salmon on a serving platter.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Pesto Salmon is quick and ready in just 15 minutes. Topped with a mix of Greek yogurt and pesto, this baked salmon is ideal for busy evenings and packed with flavor.

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    30-Minute Sushi Bake

    30-Minute Sushi Bake on a baking dish.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This dish features imitation crab, sushi rice, Kewpie mayo, cream cheese, and furikake, and you can adjust the ingredients to fit what your family likes. It's a simple and tasty option for dinner.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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