Shrimp Boil Recipe

Name: Shrimp Boil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 quarts water; 6 cloves garlic, peeled; 1/2 lemon, cut into 4 wedges; 1/4 cup Old Bay Seasoning; 10 cloves; 2 bay leaves; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce; 1 pound boiling potatoes (about 3), quartered; 1 onion, cut through the root end into 8 wedges; 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp

Servings: persons

4 quarts water
6 cloves garlic, peeled
1/2 lemon, cut into 4 wedges
1/4 cup Old Bay Seasoning
10 cloves
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1 pound boiling potatoes (about 3), quartered
1 onion, cut through the root end into 8 wedges
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp

1
In a large pot, bring the water, garlic, lemon, Old Bay Seasoning, cloves, bay leaves, salt, and Tabasco sauce to a boil.
2
Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
3
Add the potatoes and onion and simmer until both are tender, about 15 minutes.
4
Add the shrimp to the pot and bring back to a boil.
5
Simmer until the shrimp are just done, about 1 minute.
6
Using a slotted spoon, put the shrimp, onion, and potatoes onto a large, deep platter or into individual shallow bowls.
7
Ladle some of the liquid over all.

276

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 quarts water, 6 cloves garlic, peeled, 1/2 lemon, cut into 4 wedges, 1/4 cup Old Bay Seasoning, and more.

Yes, 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.

Shrimp Boil

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