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Ultimate Shrimp Boil Recipe for a Flavorful Feast

Experience the vibrant flavors of a shrimp boil, combining shrimp, sausage, and fresh vegetables for a memorable meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Seafood
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 pounds large shrimp deveined with shells and tails on
  • 1 pound smoked beef sausage sliced into thick rounds
  • 1.5 pounds baby red potatoes washed and cut
  • 4 ears fresh corn cut into thirds
  • 1 large yellow onion peeled and quartered
  • 6 cloves garlic smashed
Seasoning Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons seafood boil seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 leaves bay leaves
Finish Ingredients
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped

Equipment

  • large heavy-bottomed stockpot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse the large shrimp thoroughly under cold running water, devein them, and pat dry.
  2. Wash the baby red potatoes, cutting large ones in half for even cooking. Prepare the corn by removing husks and cutting into thirds.
  3. Slice the smoked beef sausage into thick rounds, peel and quarter the onion, and smash the garlic cloves.
Cooking Steps
  1. In a large stockpot, combine water, seafood boil seasoning, Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, bay leaves, onion, and garlic. Bring to a rolling boil.
  2. Add the baby red potatoes to the boiling water and cook for 10 to 12 minutes.
  3. Add corn and sausage to the pot, boiling for an additional 5 to 7 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Introduce the shrimp and cook for 2 to 4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  5. Turn off heat and let ingredients rest in the seasoned liquid for 2 minutes, then drain.
  6. Prepare garlic butter by mixing melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, and lemon juice.
  7. Transfer everything to a serving pan, drizzle garlic butter, toss gently, and garnish with parsley. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently to preserve shrimp tenderness.

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