Here’s a classic and flavorful way to make a Cajun Shrimp Boil:
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 small red potatoes, halved
- 2–3 ears of corn, cut into thirds
- 1 lb (450g) smoked sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cups water (or enough to cover ingredients in pot)
- 2–3 tbsp Cajun seasoning (or more to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 lemon, halved
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt, to taste
- Optional: Old Bay seasoning, hot sauce, chopped parsley for garnish
- Butter for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the pot:
- In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- Add Cajun seasoning, garlic, lemon halves, bay leaves, and a pinch of salt.
- Cook potatoes:
- Add potatoes to the boiling water. Cook for about 10–12 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add sausage and corn:
- Add the sliced sausage and corn. Cook for another 5–7 minutes.
- Cook the shrimp:
- Add shrimp to the pot and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Drain and serve:
- Drain everything and spread on a large serving platter or newspaper for a traditional boil feel.
- Serve with melted butter, lemon wedges, and extra Cajun seasoning or hot sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
✅ Tip: For extra flavor, you can add crab legs or clams to the boil. If you like it spicy, increase the Cajun seasoning or sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes.
If you want, I can give you a one-pot Cajun Shrimp Boil recipe with just 15 minutes prep and cook time—super quick for a weeknight feast. Do you want me to do that?
