Description
A proper Cajun shrimp boil is all about timing and seasoning. This version ensures tender shrimp, perfectly seasoned potatoes, and a flavorful garlic-lemon butter sauce that ties everything together beautifully without being overwhelming.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds raw shrimp
- 1 pound red potatoes
- 6 oz smoked plant-based savory links
- 6 ears mini corn on the cob
- 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
- 1/2–1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 bay leaves
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step: Bring a large pot to boil with water. Add enough water to cover the shrimp and vegetables.
- Step: Add the spices, halved lemons, and bay leaves, to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- Step: Add the halved corn on the cob, halved red potatoes, and savory links to the pot. Stir well to ensure that everything is submerged in the water. Taste the water repeatedly and add additional spices to suit your taste.
- Step: Cook for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Step: Add the shrimp to the pot and stir well to ensure that they are evenly distributed.
- Step: Cook for 2-4 minutes or until the shrimp is pink and opaque.
- Step: Use a strainer to remove the shrimp, corn, potatoes, and savory links from the pot and drain the excess water.
- Step: Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Omit the cayenne pepper if you prefer a milder flavor. Tasting the cooking liquid is essential for ensuring the vegetables and shrimp are seasoned to your liking. Shell-on shrimp can provide additional flavor, while peeled shrimp offer convenience.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT15M
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Louisiana, Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 379 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg
Keywords: Cajun seafood boil, Cajun shrimp boil, Louisiana shrimp boil, shrimp boil recipe