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Seafood Recipes and Gulf County, Florida

Sep.posted by Paula 10 Comments

Seafood Recipes and Gulf County, Florida with long stretches of white sand kissed by emerald waters & the best seafood anywhere.

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Seafood Recipes and Gulf County, Florida

I’m always inspired by the local cuisine when I vacation. Gulf County, Florida is no exception with its bountiful seafood and local flair.

We vacation in the Florida panhandle at least once a year, twice if I’m lucky. Honestly, there are no prettier beaches anywhere. Long stretches of white sand kissed by emerald waters. Florida has a laid-back, cool vibe. When we talk about going on vacation, my boys assume we’re talking about going to the beaches in Florida. Vacation to them equals the beach.

IT’S WHO WE ARE. 100% ALL-NATURAL ADVENTURE.

Gulf County is located on the Florida panhandle, southeast of Panama City. Gulf County has 43 miles of natural shoreline. There are no high-rises and no interstates. Just the beauty of the Gulf of Mexico. Watching the sunsets on the Gulf and St Joseph Bay are spectacular and like none you’ve ever seen. In fact, GCFL (Gulf County, Florida) is known as #championofsunsets! Additionally, the beaches in GCFL are consistently ranked in the top ten US beaches to bring your pets on vacation.

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Gulf County has beckoning bayous, unexpected wildlife encounters, and the mysterious Dead Lakes. There are seaside bike trails, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and snorkeling. You can snorkel with the starfish in St. Joseph Bay, camp on the beach and gaze at the stars, and fish off a pier or with a charter captain at the tip of the Cape. Then you’ll definitely want to learn how to cook your catch that night. There are genuine, gorgeous, unpretentious places, like the historic Indian Pass Raw Bar, and flavors like Tupelo Honey. Every moment is a chance to make memories with your family that will last a lifetime!

Memories aren’t always made from big, fancy productions. Instead, connect with your family over the small, happy accidents.

You can visit in the Spring and Summer, sight-see, and people-watch, but you’ll want to go back and enjoy this one-of-a-kind destination in the fall and winter as well! Research reveals that a relatively large percentage of overall visitors enjoy GCFL at least 5-times per year. However, there are still many visitors who only visit during the summer. Why not try this paradise in another season?

As I said, we go twice a year (it’s my goal to have a vacation home there), I love the abundance of seafood and always come home with tons of ideas of recipes to make. I put together 10 seafood recipes inspired by Gulf County, Florida that I think you’ll enjoy!

Seafood Recipes and Gulf County, Florida with long stretches of white sand kissed by emerald waters & the best seafood anywhere.

SEAFOOD RECIPES

Do you love the beach? Have you enjoyed Gulf County, Florida? I am so wanting to go right now! Do you go to the beach during the off-season? To be honest, that would be my favorite time! You should Come visit GCFL and enjoy all they have to offer!

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Quick Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo is a quick meal packed with tender shrimp in a creamy sauce that clings perfectly to the fettuccine pasta. #pasta #shrimp #alfredo #30minutemeal #familydinner

QUICK SHRIMP FETTUCCINE ALFREDO

I love this recipe for busy weeknights. It's a quick and easy meal. I love the tender shrimp and creamy, garlicky sauce. That sauce clings perfectly to the fettuccine.
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Quick Skillet Shrimp Fajitas are a quick, healthy, delicious one-pot meal that the whole family loves. Shrimp bell peppers, onion, fajita seasoning, and zesty lime juice can be enjoyed traditionally with tortillas or served over rice or salad greens.

QUICK SKILLET SHRIMP FAJITAS

uick Skillet Shrimp Fajitas are a quick, healthy, delicious one-pot meal that the whole family loves.
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Shrimp Bacon Potato Chowder

SHRIMP BACON POTATO CHOWDER

This chowder is like a warm hug! Shrimp, potatoes, bacon, and corn in a creamy broth are flavored with garlic and onion.
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SEARED SCALLOPS

Seared Scallops

Seared Scallops are paired with an easy-to-make butter sauce, this is a restaurant-quality scallop dinner for a portion of the price!
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This easy Shrimp Quesadilla Recipe is perfect for a quick dinner, snack, or game day treat. They are super easy to make and done in less than 15 minutes.

Shrimp Quesadilla Recipe

This easy shrimp quesadilla recipe is perfect for a quick dinner They are super easy to make and done in less than 15 minutes.
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Chorizo Shrimp Quesadilla

Chorizo Shrimp Quesadilla

Quick and easy quesadilla made with shrimp and chorizo.
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Crabmeat and Shrimp Salad Recipe is light, refreshing, versatile. This quick easy Southern seafood salad tastes has lemon & is served cold. #shrimp #crab #seafood #Southern #coldsalad #salad #lemon #recipe #lunch #sidedish

Crabmeat and Shrimp Salad Recipe

This cold salad is flavor and refreshing. It's great for a light lunch!
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Delicious, healthy, and done in 30 minutes Shrimp Foil Packs in Oven are cooked in foil packets for a fuss-free weeknight meal and easy cleanup! #shrimp #foilpack #camping #campfire #grill #bake #oven #30minutemeal

Shrimp Foil Packs in Oven

Delicious, healthy, and ready in 30 minutes, these shrimp are cooked in foil packets for a fuss-free weeknight meal and easy cleanup!
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Delicious and Nutritious Sea Scallops

Hoisin Glazed Sea Scallops

The strong, saturated flavors of hoisin pairs nicely with seared sea scallops in this Hoisin Glazed Sea Scallops recipe.
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Shrimp Po' Boy easy, tasty, and a lighter version of the New Orleans popular sandwich recipe. It's full of bold flavor and spice! #shrimp #sandwich #recipe #poboy #creole #NOLA

Shrimp Po’ Boy

This sandwich is full of bold flavor and spice! Shrimp Po' Boy easy, tasty, and a lighter version of the New Orleans popular sandwich recipe.
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Chicken Shrimp Fajita Nachos are delicious when layered with all the good stuff chicken, shrimp, peppers, onions, and cheese. #chicken #shrimp #fajita #nachos

Chicken and Shrimp Fajita Nachos

Chicken and Shrimp Fajita Nachos make sheet pan full of spice & yummy goodness! Simple, quick, and delicious, nachos are perfect for a party or quick family dinner.
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Sauteed Tequila Lime Shrimp

Sauteed Tequila Lime Shrimp

Marinated in an ancho chili paste then flavored with tequila and lime, Sauteed Tequila Lime Shrimp elevates weeknight shrimp and takes less than 10 minutes to cook.
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Shrimp Pasta in Spicy New Orleans Tomato Cream Sauce

Shrimp Pasta in Spicy New Orleans Tomato Cream Sauce

Shrimp Pasta in Spicy New Orleans Tomato Cream Sauce is spiked with spices and seasonings that lend a complex note to the recipe. 
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New Orleans Sausage Shrimp Crawfish Pasta

New Orleans Sausage Shrimp Crawfish Pasta

New Orleans Sausage Shrimp Crawfish Pasta recipe has just the right about of cajun spice. It's full of crawfish, shrimp, and sausage.
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New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp Pasta Recipe

New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp Pasta Recipe

New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp Pasta Recipe is spicy and filling. Garlic, Worcestershire, butter, and cream make this indulgent sauce that smothers large shrimp and al dente pasta.
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Fish Nachos recipe is quick, easy, great for a crowd, and packed with awesome flavors! #fish #nachos #TexMex #recipe #gameday #food #easy

Fish Nachos

Fish Nachos recipe is quick, easy, great for a crowd, and packed with awesome flavors!
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Tangy Teriyaki Scallops with Pineapple Mango Relish

Delicate scallops are paired with a rich teriyaki sauce and in-season fruit for this flavorful dinner recipe.
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mango fish tacos.

Fish Tacos with Mango Coconut Lime Salsa

Fish Tacos with Mango Coconut Lime Salsa has a bright, fresh taste. They are quick and easy to prepare and ready in less than 30 minutes.
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Spicy Shrimp Jambalaya Quinoa Recipe

Spicy Shrimp Jambalaya Quinoa Recipe

Spicy jambalaya is paired with quinoa in this recipe for an added punch of protein.
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Grapefruit Avocado Shrimp Salad

Grapefruit Avocado Shrimp Salad

I light and bright salad that's packed with nutrients.
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Sweet Corn Bacon Shrimp Risotto

Corn Risotto with Shrimp

Sweet Corn Risotto with Shrimp - Sweet corn adds a nice crunch to creamy risotto, it's topped with sautéed shrimp and salty bacon for a scrumptious dinner.
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Shrimp Vegetable Fried Rice

Shrimp and Vegetable Fried Rice

Shrimp and Vegetable Fried Rice a healthy, satisfying and economical meal that's ready in a flash!
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Spaghetti Carbonara Shrimp

Shrimp Spaghetti Carbonara + Wine Pairing

Simply divine Shrimp Spaghetti Carbonara is light and tasty with buttery noodles and succulent shrimp. It's delicious, one of my all-time favorites and completely comfort food at it's best.
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Fish Tacos

Healthy Fish Tacos Recipe

This is a quick, easy, and healthy entree recipe that's great for lunch or dinner.
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Barbecue Shrimp

Barbecue Shrimp

Serve the flavors of the Big Easy with my decadent Barbecue Shrimp. They're spicy, scrumptious and cook quickly. Perfect for entertaining, but simple enough for weeknights!
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A quick Shrimp and Grits recipe for weekday meals. This simple dinner idea is full of flavor. OH So Easy Shrimp and Grits

Shrimp and Grits

Creamy, cheesy, and buttery grits are topped with tender shrimp and salty bacon in this easy weekday dinner recipe.
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This succulent shrimp recipe, Spicy Roasted Shrimp, is full of bold flavors. It's a one-pot meal that's ready in 5 minutes. It's perfect for busy weeknight meals.

Spicy Roasted Shrimp

This succulent shrimp recipe, Spicy Roasted Shrimp, is full of bold flavors. It's a one-pot meal that's ready in 5 minutes. It's perfect for busy weeknight meals. 
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Paula
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Comments

  1. Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says

    09.08.14 at 7:50 am

    I haven’t been to the Gulf Coast in years! Although my only experience with it was when I visited the Keys. 🙂 My husband and I keep talking about planning a vacation there soon. And all these seafood recipes look amazing! I wish I could cook more seafood at home- I am just about the only one in my family who likes it. I usually only get it when we go out to eat. Boo.

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  2. Lisa @ Cooking with Curls says

    09.04.14 at 9:47 pm

    The beach is my absolutely favorite place to be, and I LOVE seafood!! I think I better book a trip soon to go down and visit my daughter. 🙂

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  3. Claire @ A Little Claireification says

    09.04.14 at 9:42 pm

    Love, love, LOVE the Gulf coast! With fam from NOLA and Bay St. Louis this makes me want to be there right now!!

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    • Paula says

      09.05.14 at 5:36 am

      Me too!!! always!

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  4. Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says

    09.04.14 at 5:56 pm

    I am fortunate to live relatively close to gulf county and we visit often. I can’t get enough of the fresh seafood and beautiful beaches!

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    • Paula says

      09.04.14 at 7:04 pm

      the best!

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  5. Deb @ Cooking on the Front Burner says

    09.04.14 at 11:17 am

    Love the panhandle Paula – we’ve been to Destin FL and it reminds me of the Caribbean – the sugar white sand and blue waters….. I think Bubba would like your shrimp recipes too 🙂 !!

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    • Paula says

      09.04.14 at 1:34 pm

      hahahaha!! Yes, he’d be proud! My boys want to live in that area!!

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  6. Carol at Wild Goose Tea says

    09.03.14 at 9:39 pm

    Goodness this post was sooooooo up my garden path. I didn’t think I was ever going to get off your post. I would love to go back to Florida. The seafood recipes were marvelous. Luckily I live on salt water up north, so seafood is plentiful. A wonderful blessing of life. Thanx for all the seafood recipe round-up.

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  7. Susie@homemakersjourneyblog says

    09.03.14 at 4:16 pm

    My husband would love all of those dishes!

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