Shrimp & Sausage Boil Recipe (Easy Cajun Seafood Boil at Home)

Shrimp & Sausage Boil Recipe (Easy Cajun Seafood Boil at Home)

If you’re craving bold Southern flavour without the plane ticket, this Shrimp & Sausage Boil delivers. Juicy shrimp, smoky andouille sausage, tender baby potatoes, and sweet corn all simmered in a Cajun-style seasoning broth that brings serious heat and depth.

This is the ultimate one-pot seafood boil recipe for backyard parties, cottage weekends, or when you just want to feed a crowd without babysitting the grill.

Why You’ll Love This Seafood Boil

  • Big Cajun flavour with simple pantry spices
  • Easy one-pot meal
  • Perfect for gatherings
  • Customizable heat level
  • Ready in under an hour

Ingredients

Seasoning Package (Tie in Cheesecloth)

  • ¾ tbsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 3 tsp seasoning salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • ½ tsp celery seed
  • ½ tsp ground thyme
  • ½ tsp ground oregano
  • 3 bay leaves

Boil Ingredients

  • 2 litres water
  • ½ bag duo baby potatoes
  • 2 corn on the cob (cut into ¾-inch slices)
  • 2 pounds andouille sausage meatballs
  • 1 bag shrimp (peeled & deveined)

How to Make Shrimp & Sausage Boil

  1. 1. Build the Cajun Broth
  2. Place all seasoning ingredients into cheesecloth and tie securely to create your seasoning pouch.
  3. Bring 2 litres of water to a boil in a large stock pot. Add the seasoning package and let it simmer for 5–10 minutes to infuse the water with bold Cajun flavour.
  4. 2. Cook the Potatoes & Corn
  5. Add the baby potatoes first and cook for about 10–12 minutes.
    Add the corn and cook another 5 minutes until tender but not mushy.
  6. 3. Add the Sausage
  7. Drop in the andouille sausage meatballs and simmer for 5–7 minutes to heat through and soak up that seasoned broth.
  8. 4. Finish with Shrimp
  9. Add the shrimp last. Cook just 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque. Do not overcook — shrimp cooks fast.
  10. Remove the seasoning pouch and drain.

How to Serve a Seafood Boil

Dump it straight onto butcher paper for that classic seafood boil presentation. Serve with:

  • Melted butter
  • Fresh lemon wedges
  • Chopped parsley
  • Crusty bread

Want extra kick? Finish with a sprinkle of Cajun seasoning or a drizzle of garlic butter.

Pro Tips for the Best Shrimp Boil

  • Always cook shrimp last to prevent rubbery texture.
  • Adjust cayenne for your preferred heat level.
  • Add crab legs or mussels for a full Louisiana-style seafood boil.
  • Use smoked andouille for deeper flavour.

Perfect For:

  • Backyard BBQ parties
  • Family dinners
  • Game day spreads
  • Summer seafood feasts
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