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

Ingredients
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Step 1
Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot over high heat, ~5 minutes.
Step 2
Add potatoes and sausage to boiling water. Cook 10 minutes until potatoes are nearly tender.
Step 3
Stir in corn and Cajun seasoning. Boil 3 more minutes, then add shrimp.
Step 4
Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque throughout (do not overcook).
Step 5
Remove from heat. Stir in butter until melted and glossy.
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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