Spicy Shrimp Boil
A festive Low Country boil with shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes in spicy Cajun broth.
Recipe by the SouthernComfy Editorial Team
Developed and reviewed by our editorial team.
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
30m
Servings
8
Difficulty
Medium
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving · estimated
Calories
525
Protein
42 g
Carbs
48 g
Fat
18 g
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Ingredients
Shop the tools- 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
In a large stockpot, bring water, Old Bay, Cajun seasoning, lemons, and garlic to a boil.
Add potatoes and cook 10 minutes.
Add sausage and cook 5 minutes.
Add corn and cook 5 minutes.
Add shrimp and cook 3-4 minutes until pink and cooked through.
Drain everything and spread on a large serving platter or newspaper-covered table.
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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