Shrimp Boil Foil Packs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
4 foil packs
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Calories
602 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Shrimp Boil Foil Packs
Description
Shrimp Boil Foil Packs bring together a mix of baby potatoes, corn on the cob pieces, smoked sausage, and large shrimp tossed in a seasoned butter blend with garlic, fresh parsley, Cajun seasoning, and Old Bay for a robust and comforting flavor profile. The ingredients are first cooked just until tender (like the potatoes boiled briefly), then combined and wrapped tightly in foil. Grilling the foil packets steams the seafood and vegetables, sealing in juices and spices for an evenly cooked, flavorful outcome.
The texture of tender potatoes, juicy sausage slices, crisp corn, and plump shrimp cooked through but not overdone makes this dish satisfying both visually and in taste. The garlic butter and seasonings coat all ingredients enhancing their natural flavors with a slight kick from the Cajun blend and Old Bay.
This approach allows for easy cleanup and portable serving, making it a practical choice for barbecue gatherings or weeknight meals. Serving with additional melted butter and lemon wedges offers extra richness and brightness to complement the savory seafood boil.
Oven baking directions are provided as an alternative to the grill, maintaining the same foil packet cooking method at 375°F for about 25 minutes until the shrimp are cooked through. This recipe is flexible and attentive to timing to ensure shrimp remain tender and potatoes are adequately cooked.
Ingredients
- 1 lemon
- ⅓ cup butter melted, + 2 tablespoons, salted, brand Challenge
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons parsley divided, chopped, fresh
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 pound baby potato halved
- 2 corn cut into 1 inch pieces, on the cob
- 12 ounces smoked sausage cut into ½ inch pieces
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled, deveined, extra large, thawed if frozen, large
For Serving
- parsley chopped, fresh
- butter melted
- lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium high heat. Slice half of the lemon and cut the other half into wedges.
- In a small bowl combine ⅓ cup melted butter, garlic, 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, Cajun seasoning, Old Bay seasoning, and salt & pepper to taste. Mix well and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add potatoes. Cook just until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well.
- Once drained, place the potatoes in a large bowl with the corn, sausage, and shrimp. Add the prepared garlic butter and toss well to coat.
- Place 4 large sheets of heavy duty foil on the counter.
- Divide the shrimp and sausage mixture over the 4 packets. Top each with a lemon slice and fold and seal well.
- Place packets on the grill and cook for 7 minutes. Flip over and cook for an additional 7-8 minutes until shrimp are cooked through.
- To serve, cut each foil packet open and sprinkle with additional parsley if desired. Melt the remaining butter and serve for dipping with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Pre-boiling potatoes before assembling packets helps achieve tenderness without overcooking during grilling.
- Seal foil packets tightly to trap steam and flavor during cooking on the grill or in the oven.
- Cook foil packs for 7-8 minutes per side on a medium-high grill; baking requires about 25 minutes at 375°F.
- Serve immediately with melted butter and lemon wedges for dipping and added freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4foil packs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 602 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 602 | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 40g | 62% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 387mg | 129% |
| Sodium | 1745mg | 73% |
| Potassium | 779mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 988IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 32mg | 36% |
| Calcium | 201mg | 20% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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