Shrimp Boil

Ingredients

• 1 lb medium or large shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
• 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter
• 1 cup water or seafood stock
• 4 cloves garlic, smashed
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• 1 tsp Old Bay or Cajun seasoning (optional)
• Salt & black pepper
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook the potatoes

• In a skillet or Dutch oven, combine potatoes, butter, garlic, and water/stock.
• Season with salt, pepper, and Old Bay if using.
• Cover and simmer 12–15 minutes, until potatoes are just tender.

2. Add the shrimp

• Add shrimp directly into the buttery broth.
• Squeeze in a lemon wedge.
• Simmer 3–4 minutes, until shrimp turn pink and firm.

3. Reduce and finish

• Remove lid and let the liquid reduce to a glossy butter sauce.
• Taste and adjust seasoning.
• Add parsley and extra lemon to brighten.