Old Bay Shrimp Boil Recipe

Name: Old Bay Shrimp Boil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-2 lbs Raw Shrimp, peeled; A1/2 Medium Onion, chopped; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 5-6 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning; 6 Corn Stalks, halved; 2 Packages Smokes Sausage, cut into 1 inch slices; 2 lbs Small Red Potatoes, halved; 3 Lemons, halved; 1 tablespoon Cayenne Pepper; Salt, to taste

Servings: persons

1
Add 5 quarts water to a large pot
2
Mix in Old Bay, Cayenne pepper, onions, garlic and salt
3
Bring the water to a boil
4
Squeeze the lemon halves into the water and drop the rest of the lemons in, then bring back to a boil
5
Add the corn and potatoes and bring back to a boil
6
Add sausage and bring back to a boil for about 20 minutes
7
Check the potatoes regularly to make sure theyare softening
8
Add shrimp and boil for another 10 minutes
9
Strain, season with additional Old Bay and serve warm

354

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Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-2 lbs Raw Shrimp, peeled, A1/2 Medium Onion, chopped, 2 cloves Garlic, minced, 5-6 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning, and more.

Yes, Old Bay Shrimp Boil falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Old Bay Shrimp Boil

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Variations & substitutions

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