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boil with old bay layered on a baking sheet.

Old Bay Seasoning Shrimp Boil

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  • Author: Katya
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Boil
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This shrimp boil with Old Bay seasoning cooks potatoes, corn, shrimp, and sausage in a flavored broth for the best summer entertaining meal!


Ingredients

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  • 4 quarts water
  • 1/2 cup Old Bay seasoning, plus extra for serving
  • 2 lemons, halved
  • 1 large sweet onion, quartered
  • 6 large cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 springs fresh thyme
  • 2 stems fresh parsley
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 Tbsp. whole peppercorns
  • 1 cup beer
  • 2 lbs. small red potatoes, quartered
  • 4 ears corn, husked and cut into thirds
  • 24 oz. smoked andouille sausage, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 lbs. jumbo shrimp (21-25), shell-on and deveined
  • 8 Tbsp. salted butter, melted, plus extra for serving
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large stockpot (about 12 quarts), combine the water, Old Bay seasoning, lemon halves, onion, garlic, thyme, parsley, bay leaves, peppercorns, and beer. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat over an outdoor cooker, or on the stovetop.

  2. Add the potatoes to the pot. Cook for about 10-12 minutes or until the potatoes are just beginning to become tender.

  3. Add the corn and sausage to the pot. Cook for another 5-7 minutes.

  4. Add the shrimp to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. No need to wait for the water to come to a boil before timing the shrimp as the hot liquid will cook the shrimp.

  5. Drain the boil, discarding the liquid. Transfer the shrimp, potatoes, corn, and sausage to a large serving platter or spread them out on a newspaper-lined table for a more casual presentation. Pour melted butter over the shrimp mixture and stir to evenly coat.

  6. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Sprinkle additional Old Bay seasoning to taste or season with salt, to taste.

  7. Serve immediately with melted butter and lemon wedges on the side.


Notes

  • Seafood Variations: You can add other seafood like clams, mussels, whole crabs, or crab legs to the boil. Adjust cooking times accordingly.
  • Spice Level: This boil is not spicy but if you like it spicier, add a few dashes of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the boil.
  • Serving Style: This dish is often served directly from the pot onto a large table covered with newspaper for easy cleanup and a fun and social eating experience.
  • Serving Sides: If you are serving this as a main dish, and you have hearty eaters, it will comfortably feed 6 people. If you have side dishes, it can stretch to feed up to 8 people. See the post for a list of side dishes.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8
  • Calories: 467
  • Sugar: 9.9 g
  • Sodium: 573.7 mg
  • Fat: 23 g
  • Carbohydrates: 37.3 g
  • Protein: 31.9 g
  • Cholesterol: 233.7 mg