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Shrimp Boil Packets

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🦐 This Cajun Shrimp Boil Foil Packs recipe offers a convenient and flavorful way to enjoy a classic shrimp boil, perfectly cooked in the oven or on the grill.
🍽️ It combines tender potatoes, sweet corn, juicy shrimp, and spicy sausage all coated in a rich garlic butter sauce, ideal for gatherings or quick weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings

Ingredients

– 1 1/2 pounds baby red or yellow potatoes

– 4 ears of corn cut into 4 to 5 pieces each

– 2 pounds peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp

– 12 ounces andouille sausage sliced into rounds

– 1/2 a small yellow onion sliced into half moons

– 1 1/2 cups melted unsalted butter

– 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

– 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

– 1 tablespoon Creole Cajun seasoning

– 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning plus extra for serving

– 1 tablespoon chopped parsley plus additional for garnish

– 8 cloves minced garlic

– Lemon wedges for serving if desired

Instructions

1-Alright, y’all, let’s dive into making these shrimp boil packets it’s easier than you think and oh-so rewarding! First off, crank up your oven to 425°F (220°C) or fire up that grill to medium-high for that smoky flair. Start by boiling those potatoes until they’re tender, which takes about 10 minutes, then toss in the corn for another 3 to 5 minutes to get it just right.

2-Once drained, mix the potatoes and corn in a big bowl with the shrimp, sausage, and onion. Now, whip up that garlic butter sauce by blending the melted butter with lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, seasonings, parsley, and garlic it’s like a flavor explosion in a bowl! Pour half of it over your mix and give everything a good toss to coat.

3-Divide the goodies evenly among five sheets of aluminum foil, seal those packets tight, and pop them in the oven for 15 to 17 minutes or on the grill for 13 to 15 minutes. You’ll know they’re done when the shrimp turn pink and everything’s cooked through. Serve it up with the rest of that sauce for dipping, plus lemon wedges and extra parsley if you’re feeling fancy. The whole process takes about 15 minutes to prep and 20 minutes to cook, yielding 5 servings that’ll have everyone grinning.

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Notes

🥔 Make sure potatoes and corn are fully boiled before assembling to ensure even cooking.
🌭 For extra flavor, optionally brown the andouille sausage before mixing.
🦐 Avoid overcooking the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Boiling and Baking (or Grilling)
  • Cuisine: Cajun
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 foil pack
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 3 grams
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Fat: 35 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 12 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 30 grams
  • Fiber: 4 grams
  • Protein: 28 grams
  • Cholesterol: 210 mg