Easy Shrimp Boil with Butter Sauce

With a tasty array of ingredients, this Shrimp Boil is the perfect summer meal. From dinnertime recipes to gatherings, this fits any occasion.

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Being from Florida, a good Shrimp Boil is a norm around here and we do them all the time and we absolutely love love love them. They really bring people together.

Whether we serve them up just as a family dinner or make them for a gathering, everyone loves them and it is one recipe that we can’t stop making.

With shrimp, corn, potatoes, and sausage it has a nice variety of flavors combined with the spices, broth, and beer. Everything works so well together and you come out with a perfectly flavored low country boil.

This is our go-to method that we have used for a long long time, we sometimes switch it up but not often. This is a tried and true recipe that we have gotten so many compliments on.

As the shrimp cooks we chat and have a good time. A classic shrimp boil is all about family and friends spending time. They’re great things. So much fun!

And oh, that delicious flavor once they’re done! It’s the best part of my week, I can tell you that for free.

If you are a fan of seafood and really want a recipe that you can just throw together and impress your guests, then you have to make this Shrimp Boil!

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• WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
• INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):
• HOW TO MAKE SHRIMP BOIL:
• FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:
• DO I HAVE TO USE KIELBASA?
• DO I HAVE TO USE BEER?
• CAN I USE ANOTHER POTATO?
• DO I HAVE TO USE OLD BAY, I’M NOT A FAN:
• ANY ADDITIONS?
• HOW TO STORE:
• DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:
• Shrimp Boil with Butter Sauce

1. Simple ingredients help this easy shrimp boil recipe come together.
2. This is a great recipe for those fix it and forget it people.
3. You can double this to serve a large group.

• Vegetable broth
• Warm water
• Lager beer
• Old bay seasoning
• Kosher salt
• Red baby potatoes
• Sweet Corn
• Kielbasa
• Raw Shrimp
• Salted butter
• Parsley, for garnish
• Lemon wedges, or lemon juice to serve

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1. Place a large stockpot over high heat. Add the vegetable broth, water, beer, ¼ cup old bay, and kosher salt. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
2. Reduce the heat to medium. Carefully add the potatoes to the hot water, stirring occasionally until just fork tender, about 15 minutes. 
3. Add the corn, stir it in and cook for 3 minutes, stir occasionally.
4. Add the kielbasa, stir it in and cook for 4 minutes, stir occasionally.
5. Add the shrimp, stir it in and cook for 3-4 minutes cooking time until it is opaque and cooked through, stir occasionally.
6. Strain the boil, reserve some of the liquid for dipping if desired.
7. Add the melted butter to a very large bowl along with the remaining 1 teaspoon of old bay, and fresh chopped parsley, if using. 
8. Add the strained shrimp boil to the bowl and toss with the butter sauce.
9. Serve immediately with more parsley for garnish, optional, and lemon wedges to serve.

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DO I HAVE TO USE KIELBASA?

If you don’t like or can’t find kielbasa, any smoked sausage will do.

Just make sure you use the same amount as stated in the recipe.

Andouille sausage is also good to use for a little bit of kick.

DO I HAVE TO USE BEER?

No, while we find that it penetrates the low-country boil itself and really gives it a great flavor you can omit the beer and just use more stock.

CAN I USE ANOTHER POTATO?

Red potatoes are the norm for our recipe, we like to use baby reds for this but you can use larger reds but you will want to cut them into bite-sized pieces. 

Another potato that will work is Yukon Gold, you can also find baby golds to use for this as well.

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DO I HAVE TO USE OLD BAY, I’M NOT A FAN:

If you are not a fan of Old Bay or you can’t find it then I suggest you replace it with some cajun seasoning.

ANY ADDITIONS?

All that tender shrimp is just calling out! Get the entire family in on this.

It’s a great option to feed a crowd.

• Green Beans: Add fresh green beans for extra crunch and color.
• Red Onion: Include sliced red onion for a nice pop of color and added flavor.
• Garlic Cloves: Add whole garlic cloves during the cooking process for a richer taste.
• Cajun Seasoning: Sprinkle additional Cajun seasoning for a spicier kick.
• Fresh Seafood: Mix in clams or mussels for a seafood boil twist.
• Crab Legs: Incorporate crab legs for an even more indulgent meal.
• Lemon Slices: Add lemon slices to the boiling pot for a zesty flavor.
• Bay Leaves: Toss in a couple of bay leaves for an aromatic touch.
• Butter Mixture: Enhance the butter mixture with garlic powder or paprika.
• Fresh Herbs: Garnish with fresh herbs like dill or thyme for added freshness.
• Red Pepper Flakes: Sprinkle red pepper flakes for extra heat.
• Cherry Tomatoes: Add cherry tomatoes for a burst of sweetness.
• Zucchini Slices: Include zucchini slices for additional vegetables.
• Hot Sauce: Serve with hot sauce on the side for those who like it extra spicy.
• Fresh Parsley: Use fresh parsley for a garnish that adds a touch of green and flavor.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

This can also be frozen, place in a freezer container and it will keep for up to 3 months.

To defrost, remove to the refrigerator overnight until thawed. Reheat in the microwave or bake it in a foil packet until warmed through.

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Are you looking for that perfectly easy summertime meal that everyone will love?

This Shrimp Boil is all that you need, I promise. What a delicious meal!

If you’ve tried this SHRIMP BOIL, let me know in the comments how it turned out! You can follow me over on PINTEREST, INSTAGRAM OR FACEBOOK to find some more of our mouthwatering recipes!