Description
A classic Low Country Shrimp Boil featuring succulent extra large shrimp, red potatoes, sweet corn, and smoky kielbasa simmered in a flavorful broth with beer, Old Bay seasoning, and lemon. This traditional seafood feast is perfect for gatherings and served with melted garlic butter for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp Boil Ingredients
- 2-1/2 lbs. extra large shrimp, unpeeled
- 5 quarts water
- 1 (12 oz.) beer
- 1 bag shrimp and crab boil seasoning (available at seafood counter)
- 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 2 lemons, juiced plus rinds
- 1 large onion, quartered
- 1-1/2 lbs. small red potatoes
- 4 large ears of corn, broken into smaller pieces
- 1 lb. kielbasa, sliced
Butter Garlic Sauce
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons finely minced garlic
Instructions
- Prepare Shrimp: Devein the extra large shrimp and place them on ice until ready to cook. This keeps the shrimp fresh and ready for the boil.
- Create Broth Base: In a large stockpot, combine 5 quarts of water, 12 oz. beer, the shrimp and crab boil seasoning bag, 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning, 2 tablespoons kosher salt, juice and rinds of 2 lemons, and the quartered onion. Bring this mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer the broth for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Cook Potatoes: Add 1-1/2 lbs. small red potatoes to the simmering broth and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the potatoes to soften but retain their shape.
- Add Corn and Kielbasa: Incorporate the 4 large ears of corn broken into smaller pieces and sliced 1 lb. kielbasa into the pot. Continue cooking the mixture for 5 more minutes so the corn and sausage can absorb the flavorful broth.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the prepped shrimp to the pot and cook for 3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, signaling they are perfectly cooked.
- Drain and Toss with Butter: Drain the shrimp boil broth. Meanwhile, melt 1/2 cup butter and combine it with 2 teaspoons of finely minced garlic. Toss the drained mixture in the garlic butter for a rich and savory finish.
- Serve: Serve the shrimp boil on a large platter or over a spread of newspaper for traditional presentation. Provide lemon wedges and dipping sauces like cocktail sauce or spicy mayo for serving.
Notes
- This recipe can be doubled and cooked in two batches or in one large pot if available, ideal for feeding a crowd.
- For best results, refer to the full recipe post for tips on making this dish dairy-free, gluten free, or vegan, and for ingredient substitution ideas.
- Nutrition information is approximate and varies depending on brands and specific ingredients used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
