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Shrimp Boil

A flavorful and hearty shrimp boil featuring shrimp, potatoes, corn, and spices, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood
  • 2 pounds large shrimp peeled and deveined
Vegetables
  • 1 pound small red potatoes halved
  • 4 ears corn cut into halves
Seasonings
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon salt to taste
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges
Water
  • 4 quarts water

Method
 

Prepare the ingredients
  1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add Old Bay seasoning and salt.
  2. Add the potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes.
  3. Add the corn and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Cook the shrimp
  1. Add the shrimp to the pot and cook until they turn pink, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Remove the pot from heat and let it sit for a few minutes.
Serve
  1. Drain the pot using a colander and transfer the shrimp, potatoes, and corn to a serving platter.
  2. Serve with lemon wedges and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to add sausage or other vegetables like onions and garlic for extra flavor.

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