Description
A classic Southern dish featuring shrimp, potatoes, corn, and sausage simmered in a flavorful broth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds large shrimp, deveined and shells removed
- 1 pound small new potatoes
- 4 ears of corn, cut into halves
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning
- 1 lemon, halved
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Water (enough to fill a large pot)
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil.
- Add the Old Bay seasoning, lemon halves, and garlic to the boiling water.
- Add the potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes, or until they start to become tender.
- Add the sausage and corn, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Finally, add the shrimp and cook for another 3-5 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Remove the pot from heat and let it sit for a few minutes.
- Drain the water and serve the shrimp boil on a large platter or directly on a newspaper-covered table for a rustic feel.
Notes
- Feel free to add other seafood like crab or mussels.
- Adjust the level of Old Bay seasoning according to your taste.
- For a spicier kick, add some cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Keywords: shrimp boil, seafood boil, Southern shrimp boil, easy shrimp boil recipe, summer shrimp boil