Shrimp Boil
A Shrimp Boil is more than just dinner, it’s a summertime tradition. Piled high with juicy shrimp, smoky sausage, sweet corn, and tender potatoes, this one-pot meal is meant to be shared around the table with family and friends. Whether you’re hosting a backyard cookout or simply enjoying a warm evening outdoors, this Shrimp Boil brings big flavor with surprisingly little effort.
What makes this recipe stand out is the combination of fresh ingredients and bold, savory seasoning. As the potatoes, corn, sausage, and shrimp cook together, every ingredient absorbs the rich, buttery broth, creating layers of flavor in every bite. With the help of Member’s Mark™ seasonings and pantry staples, plus quality ingredients throughout, this classic coastal favorite delivers the perfect balance of smoky, buttery, savory, and lightly spiced flavors. Shrimp boils have remained a favorite across the South because they bring together simple ingredients in one pot for an easy, crowd-pleasing meal.
The process couldn’t be easier. The potatoes and corn cook first to become perfectly tender before the sausage and shrimp are added at just the right time. Everything is then drizzled with a flavorful butter sauce, creating a meal that’s as beautiful to serve as it is delicious to eat. Like the best summer recipes, it relies on quality ingredients and straightforward preparation rather than complicated techniques.
One of the best things about a shrimp boil is its versatility. Serve it family-style on a sheet pan or spread across newspaper for a fun, interactive meal. Pair it with crusty bread, coleslaw, Caprese Pasta Salad, or watermelon for the ultimate summer feast. You can even customize the boil by adding crab legs, clams, mushrooms, or extra spice to make it your own.
Easy, festive, and packed with flavor, this Shrimp Boil showcases how a few simple Member’s Mark™ ingredients can transform an everyday dinner into a memorable gathering. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or making the most of seafood season, this recipe is sure to become a summer favorite.
Shrimp Boil
Ingredients
- 4 quarts Hot water
- 1 large Onion Sliced into wedges
- 1 bulb Garlic Cut in half, horizontally
- ½ cup Homemade Seafood Seasoning
- 1 tsp Member's Mark™ Thyme Leaves
- 1 ½ lbs Baby potatoes Cut in half
- 12 oz Andouille sausage Cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 ½ lbs Shrimp Deveined and peeled
- 8 ears Member's Mark™ Super Sweet Corn On The Cob
- 6 tbsp Butter Melted
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Member's Mark™ Parsley Flakes
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with 4 quarts of water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in onion, garlic, Homemade Seafood Seasoning, and thyme. Let sit for a few minutes.
- Add potatoes and season with about 1 tbsp of salt. Let cook until potatoes are almost tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Add corn and let cook for 3 minutes, then add sausage and let cook for 4 minutes.
- Gently stir in shrimp and cook until pink, about 1-2 minutes.
- Reserve about ½ cup of the broth for serving and drain the rest of the liquid. Spread the mixture on a large baking sheet or serving platter. Drizzle with melted butter and lemon juice. Sprinkle with parsley, Homemade Seafood Seasoning, and pepper to taste.
