15+ Seafood Recipes for the Backyard
On December 04, 2024
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You’re sure to find something simple and delicious to make the seafood lover in your life with these 20 plus seafood recipes for the backyard.
BBQ Seafood Recipes for the Backyard
If your family loves seafood as much as mine does, you may find it hard to keep the menu fresh. That’s where I come in. I’ve been creating simple and delicious seafood recipes for over a decade, and I want to share some of my favorites with you. Whether you’re looking for an easy shrimp recipe for a weeknight dinner or something a little more extravagant, I’ve got a recipe perfect for your needs. I’ve even included some killer seasonings, so you can brighten up even the most bland seafood. If you’re ready to find your next favorite, then let’s get started.
Shrimp Seafood Recipes
You can’t have a seafood menu without shrimp, so I’ve included plenty of options for you here. From rich marinades, to light salads and some ridiculously delicious tacos, there’s no end other than the ways you can enjoy BBQ shrimp.
Cajun Grilled Shrimp
Seasoned with spicy cajun blend, this Cajun Grilled Shrimp takes on a bold profile while delivering that classic shrimp flavor.
Grilled Shrimp Caesar Salad
This simple Grilled Shrimp Caesar Salad has all the delicious flavors of a traditional Caesar salad with a lemony twist. It is quick and easy to make, perfect as a simple dinner or side dish!
Grilled Garlic Butter Shrimp
This Grilled Garlic Butter Shrimp is a crustacean lovers’ delight. Perfectly grilled shrimp which are then tossed in a zesty garlic and lemon-laden butter sauce. It’s simple enough to add to your weekly meal plan, but fancy enough to feel like you ordered it from an upscale restaurant.
Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
These Grilled Shrimp Tacos are Tex Mex-inspired shrimp tacos that are bursting with great flavor. They have everything you love in a good taco – crisp grilled corn tortillas, shrimp with just a kiss of heat, fresh pineapple salsa, and a savory avocado crema.
Grilled Shrimp Marinade
With the help of this Grilled Shrimp Marinade, not only will you be able to make a nice seafood dinner quickly and easily, but it’ll be loaded with rich flavor as well.
Lobster Seafood Recipes
Lobster can be intimidating, and while it’s bursting with indulgent flavor, I’m here to help you make the fancy shellfish approachable. I’ve got recipes for both the smoker and the grill, so you can see what you like most. Plus, I’ve got some awesome ways to use both.
Grilled Lobster Tails with Lemon Garlic Butter
These Grilled Lobster Tails with a Lemon Garlic Butter is a fun, festive, and fantastic way to enjoy lobster. No need to be intimidated by this; by following my recipe and instructions, anyone can make a fancy lobster tail at home!
Smoked Lobster Tails
Bursting with rich, buttery creaminess, my Smoked Lobster Tails recipe is exactly what you need for your seafood fix. Make them right in your own backyard for a smoky, sweet finish that simply can’t be beat.
Grilled Lobster Rolls
Buttery, grilled lobster in a mayo-based, lemon herb dressing, these Grilled Lobster Rolls bring a flavorful twist to a New England classic.
Creamy Lobster Salad
All the rich, buttery creaminess you want from a lobster salad with a grilled twist, this Grilled Lobster Salad is perfect on rolls or as-is.
Crab Seafood Recipes
Don’t worry if lobster isn’t your thing, because I’ve got some amazing crab recipes you can make to get your shellfish fix. Once again, I’ve got recipes for both the grill or smoker, so you can find something you love no matter what you’re working with.
Grilled Crab Legs with Seasoned Garlic Butter
It doesn’t get much better than these Grilled Crab Legs. When you’re looking to cook your own crab legs at home, reach for this recipe that cooks them with a tasty seasoned garlic butter. They’ll be the best grill crab legs you ever have. I guarantee it.
Smoked Crab Legs
These Smoked Crab Legs are easy to make and are simply delicious. They’re smoked for an hour and served with a delicious BBQ butter dipping sauce for a main course that will shine on your holiday table.
Even More Seafood Recipes
If you’re looking for a seafood dish that’s a little more unique to serve at your next gathering, I’m here to help. I’ve got recipes for some lesser known (but still totally yummy) shellfish, and even octopus, so you can shake things up.
Braised and Grilled Octopus
Tender octopus braised with citrus, grilled with a crispy char, then topped with chimichurri sauce, this Grilled Octopus is seafood heaven.
Grilled Clams with Horseradish Garlic Butter
If you have a hankering for delicious seafood, it doesn’t get much better than these Grilled Clams. Briny clams are grilled in a white wine bath and topped with horseradish garlic butter for a seafood bite that is off-the-charts delicious.
Grilled Scallops with a Lemon Herb Dressing
These Grilled Scallops are perfectly grilled and topped with a fresh lemon herb dressing. If you’re a fan of scallops, you’ll fall head over shells for these guys.
Seasoning Recipes for Seafood
Seasonings are kind of my thing, so it should come as no surprise I’ve got some seriously flavorful options to spice up your seafood menu. I recommend trying them all so you can see what you like most with various dishes.
The Best Blackened Seasoning
This Blackened Seasoning is spicy, savory, and perfectly balanced with herbs and spices. It’s delicious on shrimp, fish, and more to give your meat some life and a kick of heat.
Cajun Seasoning
This Cajun Seasoning is a must-have rub to add to your seafood arsenal. It combines simple ingredients like salt, pepper, onion, and garlic powder with a kick of cayenne pepper.
Fish & Veggie Rub
This Fish & Veggie Rub is perfect for grilling up all of your favorite seafood. Flavorful herbs and robust spices come together in a simple blend that elevates everything you sprinkle it on. You can make your own, or pick a bottle up in the Hey Grill Hey Store.
Check Out Your Seafood Recipes Library
If for some reason you didn’t find your next favorite seafood recipe here, don’t stress. I’ve got plenty more seafood recipes you can browse, so you can find something your family will love. Both your Recipe Library and the Hey Grill Hey App have dozens of fish and seafood recipes, but here are some of my favorites so you can kickstart your menu plan:
More Seafood Recipes for the Backyard
I hope this guide gets you excited to try some new seafood recipes so you can feed the people you love. Make sure you’re following me on Instagram, Facebook, and my YouTube channel, because I’m always sharing new recipes, tips, and ticks to help you up your grill game.
If you’re serious about BBQ, and you’re ready to take your game to the next level, head over to The Grill Squad. I’ve got an in-depth courses on all your favorite meats, covering everything from buying to reheating leftovers, so you can become a Backyard BBQ Hero.
