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Shrimp Boil with Sausage and Corn

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A hearty Southern-style shrimp boil featuring tender shrimp, smoky beef sausage, sweet corn, and baby potatoes cooked in a richly seasoned broth for a flavorful one-pot meal.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 12 oz smoked beef sausage, sliced
  • 3 ears corn, cut into thirds
  • 1 lb baby potatoes
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp seafood seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups water or seafood broth
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Extra lemon wedges (optional)
  • Melted butter for dipping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring water or seafood broth to a boil in a large pot.
  2. Add potatoes, garlic, lemon slices, seafood seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes.
  3. Add sausage and corn, and continue boiling for 8–10 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  4. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  5. Drain the mixture and transfer to a serving platter.
  6. Toss with butter while hot until melted.
  7. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges, and serve with melted butter if desired.

Notes

  • Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture.
  • Seafood broth adds deeper flavor than water.
  • Adjust seasoning and spice level to taste.
  • Best served fresh but can be refrigerated up to 2 days.

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