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Shrimp Boil

Shrimp, corn, potatoes, and sausage are cooked together with flavorful spices in one big pot!

Ingredients :

  • 12 ounces beer
  • 1 large onion peeled and quartered
  • 1 lemon halved
  • 4 cloves garlic whole
  • ½ cup Old Bay seasoning
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1 ½ pounds baby potatoes
  • 4 corn on the cob cut into thirds
  • 1 pound smoked sausage cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 pounds large shrimp in shells
  • baguette
  • 1 stick salted butter melted, more as desired
  • Old Bay seasoning
  • chopped fresh parsley
  • lemon wedges
  • hot sauce

Directions :

  • In a large stockpot, add 4 quarts water, beer, onion, lemon, garlic, ½ cup Old Bay seasoning, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Add the potatoes and boil for 10 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to a simmer and add corn and sausage. Cook for 8 minutes.
  • Add the shrimp and boil gently for 2 to 3 minutes or just until the shrimp is cooked through (this can vary based on the size of your shrimp).
  • Drain well, reserving some of the broth if desired, and discard the bay leaves. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet or a large serving platter. Drizzle with melted butter and toss to combine. Season with additional salt to taste.
  • Serve with lemon wedges, Old bay seasoning and sliced baguette.

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