Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 1.5 oz bag seafood boil seasoning (about ½ cup (see note))
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 12 oz beer (1 ½ cups)
  • 1 lb baby red potatoes
  • 1 large yellow onion (cut into 1 inch / 2 cm chunks)
  • 6 cloves garlic (smashed)
  • 1 pound smoked sausage (sliced into 1 inch / 2 cm pieces)
  • 4 ears corn (husked and halved)
  • 2 lb raw large shrimp (shell-on and deveined (see note))
  • ¼ cup butter (melted)
  • lemon (cut into wedges)
  • hot sauce

Instruction

  • Fill a large pot (8-12 quarts) with 4 quarts of water, the beer, shrimp boil seasoning and salt. Place over high heat and bring to a boil.
  • Add potatoes, onions and garlic. Boil for 10 minutes or until potatoes are just beginning to become fork-tender.
  • Reduce heat to a medium and add the corn and sausage. Simmer for 5 more minutes.
  • Add the shrimp and simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and let the shrimp sit in the pot for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
  • Drain the liquid, reserving a few cups if you prefer broth on the side.
  • Transfer the shrimp and vegetables to a platter or dump onto newspaper.
  • Serve with optional melted butter, lemon wedges and hot sauce. Enjoy!