Recipes by A.I.
American coastal

Shrimp Boil

Recipe from Food Network

Cuisine
American coastal
Protein
shrimp
Dietary
gluten-free; dairy-free if butter is omitted
Time
15 minutes (25 minutes cook time)

Ingredients

  • 2 lemons, halved, plus wedges for serving
  • 1/2 cup Old Bay seasoning
  • 8 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 large red onion, quartered
  • 6 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 pound baby red potatoes
  • 4 ears corn, husked and halved
  • 1 1/4 pounds large shrimp, unpeeled
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Optional hot sauce

Method

  1. Fill a large pot with 4 quarts water. Squeeze in the lemons and add the spent halves, Old Bay, garlic, onion, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
  2. Add potatoes and cook until nearly tender, about 10 minutes. Add corn and cook 5 minutes more.
  3. Devein the shrimp through the shells. Add them, cover, and cook 2 to 3 minutes, until curled and opaque.
  4. Transfer shrimp and vegetables to a bowl. Toss with butter and about 1 cup broth, then serve with broth, lemon wedges, and hot sauce.

To drink

Pairing
Famille Quiot 2024 Domaine Houchart Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire), $25
On a budget
Brotte 2023 Les Églantiers Rosé (Tavel), $19

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