Paleo Classic Shrimp Boil
Dive into the irresistible flavors of a **Paleo Classic Shrimp Boil**, a healthy twist on the beloved Southern tradition. This one-pot wonder features succulent shrimp, juicy smoked sausage, tender baby red potatoes, and sweet corn on the cob, all simmered in a fragrant broth spiced with Old Bay seasoning, cayenne pepper, fresh thyme, and smashed garlic. Infused with the zing of fresh lemon and rich aromatics, this hearty meal is both gluten-free and Paleo-compliant, making it perfect for clean eating enthusiasts. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is ideal for gatherings or casual weeknight dinners and is best served on a platter or parchment-lined tabletop with a side of clarified butter for dipping. It’s a crowd-pleasing dish bursting with bold flavors, sure to transport your taste buds straight to the coast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Large shrimp, deveined and peeled
- 12 ounces Smoked sausage, Paleo-compliant, sliced
- 1.5 pounds Baby red potatoes, halved
- 4 ears Corn on the cob, cut into quarters
- 1 large Yellow onion, quartered
- 2 Lemon, halved
- 6 Garlic cloves, smashed
- 0.25 cup Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 3 Bay leaves
- 5 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons Salt
- 15 Black peppercorns
- 16 cups Water
Instructions
In a large pot, add 16 cups of water and bring it to a boil over high heat.
Once the water is boiling, add the salt, Old Bay seasoning, cayenne pepper, bay leaves, fresh thyme, black peppercorns, garlic cloves, and onion. Stir well and let it boil for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Add the baby red potatoes to the pot and reduce the heat to medium. Cover and let them cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are just tender when pierced with a fork.
Next, add the corn and sausage slices to the pot. Cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Squeeze the juice of the lemons into the pot and then drop the lemon halves in as well.
Finally, add the shrimp to the pot. Stir everything gently and cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes from the pot, allowing excess liquid to drain back into the pot.
Serve the Paleo shrimp boil on a large platter or directly onto tables lined with parchment paper. Optionally, serve with additional lemon wedges and Paleo-compliant clarified butter for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3510 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.7 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.1 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1972 mg | 657% | |
| Sodium | 27233 mg | 1184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 381.2 g | 139% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.4 g | 173% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.8 g | ||
| Protein | 319.3 g | 639% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 992 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 9811 mg | 209% | |
*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.
