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Shrimp Boil
A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes, perfect for gatherings and celebrations!
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Prep Time
15
minutes
mins
Cook Time
30
minutes
mins
Total Time
45
minutes
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Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Southern
Servings
6
people
Calories
500
kcal
Equipment
Large pot (12 quarts recommended)
Measuring Cups
Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
4
quarts
hot water
1
large
red onion
or yellow onion, sliced into wedges
1
bulb
garlic
whole, halved horizontally
1/2
cup
Old Bay seasoning
1 1/2
Tbsp
fresh thyme leaves
or 1 1/2 tsp dried
1 1/2
lbs
medium red potatoes
cut into fourths
4
ears
corn
husked, cut into fourths or halves
14
oz
andouille sausage
sliced into 1-inch pieces
1 1/2
lbs
shrimp
deveined, peeled if preferred
6
Tbsp
unsalted butter
melted
2
Tbsp
fresh lemon juice
or more to taste
2
Tbsp
minced fresh parsley
Instructions
Fill a large pot with 4 quarts of water and add the onion, garlic, Old Bay seasoning, and thyme.
Bring the pot to a vigorous boil over medium-high heat.
Add the potatoes and season the water with salt. Cook for 10-15 minutes until nearly tender.
Add the corn and cook for another 3 minutes.
Stir in the sausage and cook for an additional 4 minutes.
Finally, add the shrimp, cooking for 1-2 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
Drain the mixture and spread it out on a serving platter or baking sheet.
Drizzle with melted butter and lemon juice, and sprinkle with parsley before serving.
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Notes
Leftovers can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keyword
Seafood, Shrimp