Description
Cajun Shrimp Boil is a lively, flavor-packed dish that transforms any gathering into a festive occasion. This delightful recipe features succulent shrimp, tender potatoes, and sweet corn simmered in a spicy Cajun broth. Perfect for game days or casual get-togethers, it?s easy to prepare and promises to leave your guests savoring every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds large shrimp (deveined and shell-on)
- 1 pound new potatoes (small to medium-sized)
- 3 ears corn on the cob (cut into thirds)
- 1/2 cup Cajun seasoning
- 4 quarts water
- Juice of 1 lemon (plus slices for garnish)
- 1 pound Andouille sausage (sliced, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Wash shrimp, cut potatoes in halves or quarters, and cut corn into thirds.
- In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil; add Cajun seasoning.
- Add potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes until fork-tender.
- Add corn and sausage; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add shrimp; cook until pink and opaque (about 3-5 minutes).
- Drain excess water and serve on a newspaper-lined table or platter. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top before enjoying!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 200mg