Dive into a flavor explosion with this mouthwatering Cajun shrimp boil, packed with juicy shrimp and tender corn perfect for a cozy night in!
Ingredients:
2 lbs large shrimp (peeled or unpeeled, your choice) ๐ค
4 ears of corn, halved ๐ฝ
1/4 cup Cajun seasoning ๐ถ๏ธ
2 lemons, sliced ๐
4 tbsp butter ๐ง
4 cups water or seafood broth ๐ง
2 tbsp garlic powder ๐ง
1 tbsp paprika ๐น
1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat) ๐ถ๏ธ
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) ๐ฟ
Salt and pepper to taste ๐ง
Instructions:
In a large pot, bring water or seafood broth to a boil. Add Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine. ๐ฅ
Add halved corn and lemon slices to the pot. Let simmer for 5-7 minutes until the corn starts to soften. ๐ฝ๐
Toss in the shrimp and butter. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked. ๐ค๐ง
Remove from heat and let it sit for 2 minutes to absorb the flavors. ๐ก๏ธ
Serve hot in a big bowl or straight from the pot. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor! ๐ฟโจ
Squeeze extra lemon juice on top if you like an extra zing! ๐
