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Delicious Garlic Butter Shrimp Boil Recipe

Garlic Butter Shrimp Boil

Nothing says comfort like a steaming pot of Garlic Butter Shrimp Boil. This recipe takes me back to sunny days spent with friends and family, gathered around a big table, savoring every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Garlic Butter Shrimp Boil
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 unit lemon juiced and zested
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lb baby potatoes halved
  • 4 ears corn cut into halves
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the baby potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes until tender.
  2. Step 2: Add the corn to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: While the potatoes and corn are cooking, melt the butter in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, paprika, Old Bay seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
  5. Step 5: Drain the potatoes and corn, then return them to the pot. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the vegetables and toss to combine.
  6. Step 6: Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.