Firecracker Street Shrimp Boil

Firecracker Street Shrimp Boil

1. Firecracker Street Shrimp Boil recipe inspired by famous restaurant, featuring a creative twist on the classic dish with an intense burst of flavors and textures.

Time: 1. Prep: 20 minutes 2. Cook: 25 minutes 3. Total: 45 minutes
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Advanced
Cuisine: American, Street Food

Allergens

Shellfish (Shrimp), Gluten (Old Bay Seasoning)

Ingredients

  • 1. Fresh shrimp (2 lbs) 2. Sausage (1 lb, sliced) 3. Red potatoes (1 lb) 4. Corn on the cob (4 ears) 5. Old Bay Seasoning (2 tbsp) 6. Garlic (4 cloves, minced) 7. Lemon (1, zested and juiced) 8. Butter (1/2 cup) 9. Parsley (1/4 cup, chopped) 10. Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Heat a large pot of water to boiling over high heat. Season with salt and Old Bay Seasoning.
  2. Add the potatoes and cook for 7 minutes. Add corn and cook for another 4 minutes, until slightly tender but not too soft. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large cast iron skillet, melt butter over medium high heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Stir in lemon zest and juice. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add sausage and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through (6 8 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
  6. In the same skillet, add shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through (4 5 minutes).
  7. Add cooked vegetables, sausage, and parsley to the skillet with shrimp. Stir gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Chef’s Insight

1. The secret to this recipe is the perfect balance of flavors - smoky, spicy, and zesty - that transports you straight to the street-food market.

Notes

1. Feel free to adjust the spiciness according to your taste preference by adding more or less Old Bay Seasoning and hot sauce.

Cultural or Historical Background

1. The shrimp boil originated in Louisiana as a way to cook large quantities of seafood for gatherings and celebrations.