Best Copycat Seafood Recipes to Make at Home

Discover 17 mouthwatering copycat seafood recipes from your favorite restaurants, including Red Lobster, Long John Silver’s, and Captain D’s. Learn how to make crispy battered fish, coconut shrimp, creamy clam chowder, and more delicious seafood dishes at home with these perfect replicas.

Long John Silvers Crispy Fish Batter

copycat Long John Silvers batter fried fish on a long platter.
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This crispy battered fish tastes like a Long John Silver’s classic, with the perfect crunch. This recipe can be used for any fish. To learn more. Get the recipe.

Red Lobster Parrot Bay Coconut Shrimp

Copycat Red Lobster coconut shrimp and a small cup of dipping sauce.
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These sweet coconut shrimp are served with a tropical dipping sauce for an island-inspired appetizer. Get the recipe,

Red Lobster Clam Chowder

two bowls of clam chowder and two spoons
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This creamy, rich New England-style clam chowder is loaded with tender clams and potatoes. This can be made in under 30 minutes. Get the recipe.

Tempura Batter

Overhead view of homemade tempura fried shrimp and veggies on a square plate.
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These crispy fried seafood bites are coated in a light tempura batter for the perfect crunch. Get this recipe.

Red Lobster Tartar Sauce

a bowl of homemade Red Lobster tartar sauce and fried fish
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This tangy sauce is the perfect accompaniment for fried fish and seafood dishes. Get the recipe.

Bacon Wrapped Scallops

marinated scallops wrapped in bacon before baking
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These tender scallops are wrapped in crispy bacon for an elegant appetizer or entrée. Get the recipe.

Red Lobster Pina Colada Dipping Sauce

A bowl of copycat Red Lobster pina colada coconut shrimp sauce and a plate of coconut shrimp.
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This sweet, tropical dipping sauce is perfect with coconut shrimp and other seafood. Get the recipe.

Red Lobster Shrimp Pasta

homemade Red Lobster shrimp pasta in a bowl.
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This seafood pasta combines tender shrimp with a creamy, garlicky alfredo sauce. Get the recipe.

Red Lobster Shrimp Nachos

baked nachos with shrimp cheese peppers and sour cream
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These savory seafood appetizers are perfect for sharing and loaded with crab and shrimp. Get the recipe.

Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi

a plate of homemade shrimp scampi
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This light, garlicky shrimp dish is prepared with butter, lemon, and herbs for a classic flavor. Get the recipe.

Red Lobster Crab Alfredo

Crab Alfredo Pasta on a plate
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This creamy, cheesy pasta dish features tender crab meat in a rich alfredo sauce. Get the recipe.

Captain D’s Fish Batter

batter fried fish and lemon wedges on a wood platter
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This Southern-style fish is dipped in a seasoned batter and fried to golden perfection. Get the recipe.

Seafood Bisque

a bowl of seafood bisque and a spoon.
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Make a delicious seafood bisque using a variety of seafood. This can be made in under 30 minutes. Get the recipe.

Chinese Buffet Seafood Bake

Homemade Chinese buffet seafood bake delight crab casserole in a baking dish.
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This savory Chinese buffet-style seafood casserole combines a variety of seafood in a rich sauce. Get the recipe.

Red Lobster Lobster Pizza

Copycat Red Lobster lobster pizza sliced.
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This unique pizza combines lobster with a creamy sauce and cheese for a gourmet treat. Get the recipe.

Ruth Chris Shrimp Orleans

a bowl of homemade Ruth's Chris barbecue shrimp
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This classic shrimp dish combines juicy shrimp with a rich, spicy sauce from a New Orleans institution. Get the recipe

Luby’s Cafeteria Baked White Fish

baked white fish on a plate with green beans
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This delicious and easy recipe requires only three ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry. Get the recipe

About Stephanie Manley

I recreate your favorite restaurant recipes, so you can prepare these dishes at home. I help you cook dinner, and serve up dishes you know your family will love. You can find most of the ingredients for all of the recipes in your local grocery store.

Stephanie is the author of CopyKat.com's Dining Out in the Home, and CopyKat.com's Dining Out in the Home 2.

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