Old Bay Shrimp Boil
Dive into the flavors of coastal cuisine with this Old Bay Shrimp Boil, a crowd-pleasing feast that's perfect for gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. Bursting with the bold, zesty kick of Old Bay seasoning, this classic one-pot recipe pairs tender baby red potatoes, sweet corn on the cob, and smoky sausage with succulent, shell-on shrimp for an irresistibly hearty meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers big on taste and presentation, especially when served directly from the pot or laid out on a newspaper-lined table for a rustic, hands-on dining experience. Finished with drizzles of melted butter, fresh lemon wedges, and a sprinkle of parsley, this shrimp boil is the ultimate summer comfort food that will transport your taste buds straight to the shore. Perfect for seafood lovers, this Old Bay Shrimp Boil is a guaranteed hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 quarts water
- 0.5 cup Old Bay seasoning
- 1.5 pounds baby red potatoes
- 4 units corn (ears, shucked and cut into thirds)
- 1 pound smoked sausage (sliced into 1-inch pieces)
- 2 pounds raw large shrimp (shell-on, deveined)
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 units lemon wedges
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Fill a large stockpot with 4 quarts of water and add the 1/2 cup of Old Bay seasoning.
Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
Add the baby red potatoes to the pot and boil for 10 minutes, or until they are just starting to become tender.
Add the corn pieces and the smoked sausage to the pot and boil for another 5 minutes.
Carefully stir in the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are opaque.
Turn off the heat and drain the entire contents of the pot in a large colander.
Transfer the boiled ingredients to a large serving platter or spread them out over a newspaper-lined table for a casual presentation.
Drizzle the melted butter over the boiled ingredients for added richness.
Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top and, if desired, garnish with chopped parsley.
Enjoy your Old Bay Shrimp Boil immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3956 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.7 g | 224% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.9 g | 380% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2111 mg | 704% | |
| Sodium | 21526 mg | 936% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 314.7 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.4 g | 144% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.5 g | ||
| Protein | 315.2 g | 630% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1073 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 8894 mg | 189% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
