Spicy Shrimp Boil
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Spicy Shrimp Boil

A festive Low Country boil with shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes in spicy Cajun broth.

50 min
8 servings

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

30m

Servings

8

Difficulty

Medium

Nutrition Per Serving

fat

18

carbs

48

fiber

5

protein

42

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Ingredients

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  • 4 quarts water
  • 1/2 cup Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/4 cup Cajun seasoning
  • 2 lemons, halved
  • 6 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 lbs small red potatoes
  • 1 lb smoked sausage, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 6 ears of corn, halved
  • 3 lbs large shrimp, shell-on
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • Cocktail sauce for serving

Instructions

1

In a large stockpot, bring water, Old Bay, Cajun seasoning, lemons, and garlic to a boil.

2

Add potatoes and cook 10 minutes.

3

Add sausage and cook 5 minutes.

4

Add corn and cook 5 minutes.

5

Add shrimp and cook 3-4 minutes until pink and cooked through.

6

Drain everything and spread on a large serving platter or newspaper-covered table.

7

Drizzle with melted butter and serve with cocktail sauce.

Chef's Comfy Tip

Serve this family-style on a big table covered with newspaper for easy cleanup!

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