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Seafood Boil With Shrimp, Corn, and Sausage

Seafood Boil With Shrimp, Corn, and Sausage
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A vibrant and flavor-packed seafood boil featuring fresh shrimp, sweet corn, and smoky sausage simmered in a seasoned broth. Perfect for festive gatherings, this one-pot meal is simple to prepare and customizable to your preferred spice level, bringing friends and family together over an unforgettable medley of tastes and textures.

Ingredients

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Seafood and Meat

  • 2 pounds large fresh shrimp, deveined, shells on
  • 1 pound smoked sausage (andouille or kielbasa), sliced

Vegetables

  • 4 ears corn on the cob, cut into smaller pieces
  • 1.5 pounds small red or baby potatoes

Seasonings and Broth

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced or whole
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning

Finishing Touches

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • Lemon wedges, for serving
  • Optional: freshly chopped parsley or green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Broth: Fill a large stockpot with water and bring it to a boil. Add garlic cloves, bay leaves, and Old Bay seasoning to infuse the water with aromatic and flavorful notes that will serve as the base of your seafood boil.
  2. Cook the Potatoes and Sausage: Add the potatoes to the boiling broth first, as they require the longest cooking time. After about 10 minutes, add the sliced smoked sausage. Allow them to simmer together until the potatoes are fork-tender and the sausage is heated through, soaking up the seasoned broth.
  3. Add the Corn: Once the potatoes and sausage are almost done, incorporate the corn pieces into the pot. The corn cooks quickly and provides a sweet, crunchy contrast to the savory ingredients.
  4. Boil the Shrimp: Finally, add the shrimp with shells on to the pot. Cook until the shrimp turn bright pink and curl, roughly 3 to 5 minutes. Monitor closely to avoid overcooking and drying out the shrimp.
  5. Drain and Serve: Carefully drain the seafood boil, removing bay leaves and any floating aromatics. Transfer the cooked ingredients to a large serving platter or spread out over butcher paper for a traditional seafood boil experience. Serve immediately with melted butter and fresh lemon wedges for squeezing.

Notes

  • Use fresh shrimp whenever possible for the best texture and flavor.
  • Do not overcrowd the pot; cook in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking.
  • Season the boiling water generously as it imparts flavor to all the ingredients.
  • Keep shrimp shells on during cooking to lock in moisture and enhance taste.
  • Serve the seafood boil hot and fresh to enjoy optimal flavor and texture.

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Keywords: seafood boil, shrimp boil, shrimp corn sausage boil, Southern seafood, one-pot seafood boil, family feast

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