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25-Min Cajun Shrimp Boil with Corn & Potatoes

One-pot seafood feast loaded with spicy shrimp, corn, potatoes, and sausage in a buttery Cajun broth. Boil everything together, finish with lime, and serve hot with melted butter for dipping.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
480
Protein
38g
25-Min Cajun Shrimp Boil with Corn & Potatoes
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot over high heat, ~5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add potatoes and sausage to boiling water. Cook 10 minutes until potatoes are nearly tender.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in corn and Cajun seasoning. Boil 3 more minutes, then add shrimp.

  4. Step 4

    Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque throughout (do not overcook).

  5. Step 5

    Remove from heat. Stir in butter until melted and glossy.

  6. Step 6

    Divide into bowls. Serve hot with lime wedges and extra melted butter for dipping.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-quart stockpot
  • slotted spoon
  • tongs
  • cutting board
  • knife

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