Description
Sizzling southern shrimp boil on the grill brings coastal flavors straight to your backyard barbecue. Juicy Gulf shrimp, spicy andouille sausage, and corn mingle with zesty seasonings, promising a quick, mouthwatering feast you’ll crave all summer long.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood and Protein:
- 1 pound raw shrimp (thawed, peeled, and deveined)
- 12 ounces (340 grams) Andouille smoked sausage (cut into 2-inch pieces)
Vegetables and Starches:
- 1 pound (454 grams) baby potatoes (cut into 1.5-inch cubes)
- 2 ears corn on the cob (cleaned and each ear cut into 5 to 6 rounds)
- 1 small yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
- Lemon slices
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare a hot grill at 400˚F (204˚C) and arrange 4 large foil sheets measuring approximately 12×12 inches.
- Boil water in a large pot, then add potatoes and corn. Simmer for 10 minutes until slightly tender, then drain the vegetables.
- Combine the parboiled potatoes, corn, raw shrimp, sausage, onion, and garlic in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Drizzle melted butter over the mixture, then season generously with salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning. Toss thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Distribute the seasoned seafood and vegetable mixture equally across the prepared foil sheets, creating individual serving packets.
- Crimp and seal the foil edges tightly, ensuring no liquid can escape during grilling.
- Position the foil packets directly on the grill grates. Cook for approximately 15 minutes, rotating once midway to promote uniform cooking and prevent burning.
- Remove packets from the grill using tongs. Carefully open the foil (be cautious of hot steam) and garnish with fresh lemon slices and chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately while hot, allowing guests to enjoy the aromatic and flavorful seafood medley.
Notes
- Seal foil packets meticulously to prevent juices from leaking and ensure even cooking of all ingredients.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting Old Bay seasoning or adding cayenne pepper for extra heat lovers.
- Choose fresh, high-quality shrimp for the most vibrant flavor and best texture in your grill packet.
- Try different protein options like chicken or fish to make this recipe versatile for various dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 432 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1025 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg