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Easy Flavor-Packed Shrimp Boil in a Bag Recipe with Corn and Potatoes for Perfect Summer Meals

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A quick and easy shrimp boil cooked in a nylon bag with corn and potatoes, perfect for summer meals with minimal mess and maximum flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught if possible)
  • 1 pound baby potatoes, halved or quartered (Yukon Gold or red potatoes)
  • 3 ears corn on the cob, cut into thirds (fresh or frozen)
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Handful fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Water (enough to fill pot for boiling)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Halve or quarter the baby potatoes. Cut the corn into thirds and smash the garlic cloves. Slice the lemon into wedges.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine melted butter, Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  3. Add shrimp, potatoes, corn, garlic, and lemon wedges to the bowl. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat everything evenly with the seasoning mixture.
  4. Transfer the seasoned mixture into a nylon boil bag. Seal the bag tightly, leaving room for steam circulation.
  5. Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Submerge the sealed boil bag into the pot. Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes until shrimp are bright pink and potatoes are tender.
  6. Using tongs or a slotted spoon, carefully remove the bag from the pot. Drain briefly, then cut open the bag and pour contents onto a large serving platter. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Use baby or new potatoes for even cooking. Ensure boil bag is sealed tightly to keep flavors concentrated. Fresh lemon wedges add brightness without overpowering. If shrimp are smaller or frozen, reduce boiling time slightly. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated gently.

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