Mardi Gras Shrimp with Corn (Printable)
A Southern classic combining shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes with bold Creole flavors for sharing.
# Ingredient List:
→ Seafood & Protein
01 - 2 pounds large raw shrimp, shell-on, deveined
02 - 12 ounces Andouille sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces
→ Vegetables
03 - 4 ears corn on the cob, husked and cut into thirds
04 - 1 ½ pounds small red potatoes, halved
05 - 1 large yellow onion, quartered
06 - 1 lemon, sliced
→ Boil Flavorings & Seasonings
07 - ⅓ cup Creole or Cajun seasoning
08 - 2 bay leaves
09 - 4 cloves garlic, smashed
10 - 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
11 - 1 tablespoon salt
12 - 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
→ For Serving
13 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
15 - Extra lemon wedges
# Steps:
01 - Fill a large stockpot with 4–5 quarts of water. Add Creole seasoning, bay leaves, garlic, peppercorns, salt, onion, lemon slices, and cayenne. Bring to a rapid boil over high heat.
02 - Add halved potatoes to the boiling water. Cook for 10 minutes until beginning to tenderize.
03 - Add sliced sausage and corn pieces to the pot. Boil for 8–10 minutes until potatoes are nearly tender.
04 - Add shrimp to the pot. Boil for 3–4 minutes just until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Do not overcook.
05 - Drain the boil in a large colander. Discard bay leaves and lemon slices. Arrange shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes on a large platter or newspaper-lined table.
06 - Drizzle with melted butter and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve hot with extra lemon wedges.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The whole neighborhood will smell whats happening at your house before they even knock on the door
- Everything cooks in one pot so cleanup is basically nonexistent
02 -
- Do not skip the shell on shrimp unless you are willing to sacrifice major flavor in the broth
- Layering ingredients by cook time is the only thing standing between you and mushy potatoes or raw shrimp
03 -
- Buy an extra pound of shrimp because people will absolutely eat more than you expect
- Let the citrus and onions simmer in the water for at least 5 minutes before adding anything else