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Southern Shrimp Boil

Savor the Perfect Southern Shrimp Boil in 4 Simple Steps


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A classic Southern Shrimp Boil is a flavorful one-pot dish packed with shrimp, corn, potatoes, and sausage. Perfect for gatherings or family dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
  • 4 ears of corn, halved
  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 lemons, halved
  • 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tbsp black pepper
  • 8 cups water

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil.
  2. Add Old Bay seasoning, salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and lemons to the pot.
  3. Add potatoes and cook for 10 minutes.
  4. Add sausage and corn, cook for another 5 minutes.
  5. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Drain the mixture and serve hot.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Serve with crusty bread or butter for dipping.
  • Add hot sauce for extra spice.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg

Keywords: Southern Shrimp Boil, one-pot meal, shrimp recipe, family dinner