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Shrimp Boil Recipe

This easy shrimp boil recipe is a one-pot wonder, filled with juicy shrimp, tender potatoes, sweet corn, and flavorful sausage, seasoned to perfection. Perfect for casual gatherings, weeknight dinners, or festive seafood feasts.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds large shrimp, deveined (shell on or off)
  • 4–6 small red potatoes, quartered
  • 4 ears corn on the cob, halved
  • 12 oz halal-certified smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp sea salt
  • Water or seafood broth for boiling
  • Optional: melted butter for dipping

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with water or broth. Add Old Bay seasoning, garlic, bay leaves, paprika, and salt. Bring to a boil.
  2. Add potatoes; cook for 10 minutes.
  3. Add corn and sausage; cook for another 5–7 minutes.
  4. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  5. Drain and transfer to a large platter. Serve with lemon wedges and optional melted butter.
  • Author: Tom
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course / One-Pot Meals
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Southern / Cajun-Inspired / Coastal American

Keywords: shrimp boil recipe, seafood boil, easy shrimp boil, cajun shrimp boil, southern shrimp boil, one-pot shrimp dinner, low country boil

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