Seaside Shrimp Boil Pot (Printable Version)

Tender shrimp, sweet corn, smoked sausage, and potatoes cooked together for a flavorful coastal one-pot meal.

# What You Need:

→ Seafood & Sausage

01 - 1 lb large raw shrimp, shell-on, deveined
02 - 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 lb baby red potatoes, halved
04 - 4 ears fresh corn, each cut into 3–4 pieces
05 - 1 large yellow onion, quartered
06 - 4 cloves garlic, smashed

→ Spices & Flavorings

07 - 1 lemon, sliced
08 - 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning (30 g)
09 - 2 bay leaves
10 - 1 tsp black peppercorns
11 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
12 - 1 tbsp kosher salt

→ To Serve

13 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
14 - Fresh parsley, chopped
15 - Lemon wedges

# Steps:

01 - Fill a large stockpot with 10 cups of water. Add Old Bay seasoning, kosher salt, bay leaves, black peppercorns, crushed red pepper flakes, quartered onion, smashed garlic, and lemon slices. Bring to a vigorous boil over high heat.
02 - Add halved baby red potatoes to the boiling broth. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, until the potatoes are just tender when pierced.
03 - Incorporate the cut corn and sliced smoked sausage into the pot. Continue simmering for an additional 5 to 7 minutes to meld flavors and heat through.
04 - Add the shrimp to the simmering pot and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, taking care not to overcook.
05 - Drain the contents, discarding the cooking liquid. Transfer shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes onto a large platter or spread on newspaper for a traditional presentation. Drizzle with melted butter, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve with fresh lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy one-pot meal
  • Festive and comforting flavors
02 -
  • Sautéing the sausage first adds extra flavor
  • Old Bay seasoning can be swapped with Cajun seasoning for more heat
03 -
  • Do not overcook the shrimp to keep them tender
  • Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices
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