How to Make Fresh Shrimp Boil - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's no better way to celebrate the flavors of summer than with a traditional fresh shrimp boil. This classic Southern dish is bursting with flavor and is the perfect dish for a casual gathering or backyard get-together. Boiled shrimp, sweet corn, tender potatoes, and savory sausage all come together in a flavorful broth, creating a dish that is both hearty and satisfying. Whether you're hosting a summer cookout or simply craving a taste of the coast, this fresh shrimp boil is sure to plea...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
  • 1 tablespoon pickling spice
  • 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • 2 bay leaves
  • cold water, as needed
  • 1 pound raw shrimp

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Mix beer, onion, red pepper flakes, parsley, salt, butter, garlic, pickling spice, oregano, and bay leaves in a saucepan; add enough cold water to fill the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Drop shrimp into the boiling liquid, let the mixture return to a boil, and cook until shrimp are bright pink and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 5 minutes; drain.
  • Nutrition

    420 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 376mg
    • Sodium: 7527mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 40g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 193mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 709mg