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Cajun Shrimp Boil by Spiceitupwithnae
Succulent jumbo shrimp and tender vegetables simmered in a bold, aromatic Cajun-spiced butter sauce.
Serves: 4Prep: 15 minCook: 30 min
Ingredients
- 900g (2 lb) jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 450g (1 lb) petite red potatoes
- 4 ears corn, cut into thirds
- 300g (10 oz) broccoli florets
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled
- 225g (1 cup) unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 250ml (1 cup) chicken broth
- 2 tbsp cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp old bay seasoning
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Boil the red potatoes in a large pot of salted water for 10-12 minutes until fork-tender, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- Add the corn to the same boiling water and cook for 5-7 minutes, then remove and set aside.
- Steam the broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes until vibrant and tender-crisp; set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, Old Bay, chili powder, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, simmering for 3-5 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Add the shrimp to the sauce and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring until they turn pink and opaque.
- Toss the cooked potatoes, corn, broccoli, and boiled eggs into the skillet, coating everything thoroughly in the sauce, and serve immediately.
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