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Backyard Cajun Shrimp Boil

Shrimp, corn and potatoes tossed with a whole lot of Cajun kick. Newspaper optional.

Backyard Cajun Shrimp Boil

A shrimp boil is the ultimate pile-it-on-the-table meal. Crazy Cajun goes in the pot and on top, so every bite has a kick.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb small red potatoes, halved
  • 4 ears corn, cut into thirds
  • 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 lb large shrimp, shell on
  • Crazy Cajun: about 1/4 cup for the pot, plus more for tossing
  • 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter, melted
  • 2 lemons, cut into wedges

Steps

  1. Fill a large stockpot about halfway with water, stir in 1/4 cup Crazy Cajun and bring to a boil.
  2. Add the potatoes and cook 12 to 15 minutes, until almost tender.
  3. Add the corn and sausage and cook 5 minutes more.
  4. Add the shrimp and cook 2 to 3 minutes, just until pink and opaque. Drain well.
  5. Mix the melted butter with a few shakes of Crazy Cajun, pour over everything and toss. Dump it all onto a lined table or big platter and serve with lemon wedges.

Make it your own

Like it hotter? Add an extra shake of Crazy Cajun to the butter, or set the bag on the table for seconds.

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