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Flavorful Low Country Shrimp Boil Foil Packets Easy Grilled Recipe

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A quick and easy grilled shrimp boil recipe featuring shrimp, smoked sausage, corn, and potatoes steamed in foil packets with bold Low Country spices for a smoky, buttery flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (16–20 count)
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced into ½-inch rounds (Andouille preferred)
  • 3 ears fresh corn, cut into thirds (or frozen corn)
  • 1 pound small red potatoes, quartered (parboiled)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place quartered red potatoes in boiling water and cook for 5-7 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shrimp, sliced smoked sausage, corn pieces, parboiled potatoes, and minced garlic.
  3. Add melted butter, Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  4. Tear off 4 large sheets of heavy-duty foil (about 12×18 inches each). Divide the shrimp mixture evenly among the foil sheets.
  5. Place a few lemon slices on top of each pile.
  6. Fold the foil over the ingredients and crimp edges tightly to seal packets, ensuring no holes or weak spots.
  7. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F). Lightly oil grates to prevent sticking.
  8. Place foil packets on grill and cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through carefully with tongs.
  9. Check doneness by carefully opening one packet; shrimp should be pink and opaque, potatoes and corn tender.
  10. If needed, reseal and cook a few minutes longer.
  11. Remove packets from grill, open carefully, and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top.
  12. Serve directly from foil packets.

Notes

Use fresh or fully thawed shrimp and pat dry to avoid soggy packets. Parboil potatoes to ensure even cooking. Seal foil packets tightly to trap steam and moisture. Flip packets gently to avoid tearing foil. Let packets rest 2-3 minutes before serving to meld flavors. Adjust seasoning after cooking if desired. Oven baking at 400°F for 20-25 minutes is a good alternative if no grill is available.

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Keywords: shrimp boil, Low Country, foil packets, grilled shrimp, seafood boil, smoked sausage, corn, potatoes, easy grilling, summer recipe

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