Easy Shrimp Boil

This easy shrimp boil recipe is incredibly simple to make with zesty seasoning! It’s a classic dish that’s perfect for feeding a crowd. This recipe is super customizable, so you can adjust the ingredients and seasonings to your liking12.

Why You’ll Love It

• Quick and easy: This recipe comes together in under an hour, making it perfect for a weeknight meal or a weekend gathering12.

• Customizable: Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or adjust the seasonings to your liking12.

• One-pot meal: Everything cooks together in one pot, making cleanup a breeze34.

• Crowd-pleaser: This shrimp boil is always a hit with family and friends5.

Ingredients

Broth Ingredients:

• 16 cups water1

• 1/2 cup Old Bay seasoning1

• 1 white onion, peeled and halved1

• 1 head of garlic, halved horizontally1

• 1 lemon, quartered1

Lemon Garlic Brown Butter Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup salted butter, cut into tablespoon-sized pieces1

• 1 large clove garlic, lightly smashed1

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice1

Shrimp Boil Ingredients:

• 1 pound small red potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces1

• 3 ears corn, shucked and quartered1

• 1 (14-ounce) package andouille or kielbasa sausage, cut into bite-sized pieces1

• 1 1/2 pounds jumbo raw shrimp, peeled and deveined1

• Finely-chopped fresh parsley and extra lemon wedges, for serving1

Instructions

1. Prep the broth. Combine the water, Old Bay, onion, garlic, and lemon in a very large stockpot. Cover and bring to a boil1.

2. Prep the brown butter. Meanwhile, heat the butter and smashed garlic in a small sauté pan over medium heat until melted. Continue cooking the butter, stirring continuously, until it begins to foam and the solids at the bottom turn golden brown and smell toasty and nutty. Immediately transfer the brown butter to a heatproof bowl. Add the lemon juice and stir to combine. Strain out and discard the smashed garlic clove1.

3. Boil the potatoes. Add the potatoes to the boiling broth, cover, and cook until almost tender, for about 10-15 minutes1.

4. Boil the sausage and corn. Add the sausage and corn and cook for 3 minutes. Fish out and discard the garlic, onion, and lemon wedges while they cook1.

5. Boil the shrimp. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes, or until they are pink and opaque and cooked through1.

6. Strain. Use a spider strainer to immediately transfer the potatoes, corn, sausage, and shrimp to a large sheet pan or serving dish. Drizzle evenly with the prepared brown butter sauce and add a sprinkle of fresh parsley and extra Old Bay seasoning1.

7. Serve. Serve warm with extra lemon wedges, and enjoy1!

Quick Facts:

• Prep time: 15 minutes

• Cook time: 35 minutes

• Serving size: 6-8 servings2

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with extra lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley1.

• Pair with a side of coleslaw or cornbread1.

• Offer a variety of dipping sauces, such as cocktail sauce or tartar sauce1.

Tips for Customization

• Add other vegetables, such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or artichokes2.

• Use different types of sausage, such as chorizo or Italian sausage1.

• Adjust the amount of Old Bay seasoning to your liking2.

• For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes2.

Nutritional Information (per serving, approximate)

• Calories: 450-550

• Protein: 40-50g

• Fat: 20-30g

• Carbohydrates: 20-30g

FAQs

Can I use frozen shrimp?

Yes, just make sure to thaw the shrimp completely before adding it to the pot1.

Can I make this in advance?

It’s best to serve this dish immediately, but you can prep the ingredients ahead of time. Cut the vegetables and sausage, and store them in the refrigerator until ready to use4.

What kind of beer should I serve with shrimp boil?

Serve with a light beer1.