Shrimp Boil
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
479 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Shrimp Boil
Description
The recipe begins by boiling water infused with lemon quarters, Old Bay seasoning, smashed garlic cloves, and onion pieces to create a fragrant, zesty base. Red potatoes cook in the seasoned water until tender, followed by corn pieces and sliced smoked sausage, allowing flavors to mingle without becoming overcooked. Shrimp finish the boil briefly until they turn pink and opaque, ensuring a tender bite.
After draining most of the broth, butter is melted and whisked into a reserved portion of the cooking liquid, which is then poured over the seafood, potatoes, corn, and sausage mixture. Garnishing with chopped parsley, fresh lemon wedges, and added Old Bay seasoning enhances the dish’s bright, savory notes.
This dish suits communal dining settings and pairs well with crusty bread or coleslaw. The combination of citrus, spice, and butter balances the richness of the sausage and shrimp.
For best results, jumbo shrimp with the shells removed except for tails are recommended to simplify eating while preserving flavor and presentation.
Ingredients
- 3 lemon divided use, plural
- 1/2 cup Old Bay seasoning plus more for garnish
- 6 cloves garlic smashed
- 1 onion peeled and cut into 6 pieces
- 1 pound red potato halved, small
- 4 ears corn cut into 3-4 inch pieces, on the cob
- 2 pounds Shrimp peeled and deveined (leave tails on)
- 1 pound smoked sausage cut into 1 inch pieces, kielbasa or andouille are preferred
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped
Instructions
- Cut 2 of the lemons into quarters. Cut the remaining lemon into wedges and reserve the wedges for later use.
- Fill a large pot with 12-14 cups of water. Place the 2 quartered lemons in the water along with the Old Bay seasoning, garlic and onion. Bring to a boil.
- Add the potatoes to the pot and cook for 10-12 minutes or until just tender. Add the corn and sausage and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes or until pink and opaque.
- Drain the shrimp mixture from the pot, reserving 1 cup of the broth.
- Melt the butter and whisk it into the reserved broth. Pour the broth over the shrimp mixture.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges. Sprinkle with additional Old Bay seasoning to taste, then serve.
Notes
- Choose large shrimp (16-20 count) for the best texture and presentation.
- Remove shrimp shells but leave the tails on to make them easier to eat while retaining flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 479 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 479kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 45g | 90% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 450mg | 150% |
| Sodium | 1892mg | 79% |
| Potassium | 923mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 450IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 48.4mg | 54% |
| Calcium | 316mg | 32% |
| Iron | 7.3mg | 41% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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