Kitchen notes · a little help before you start
Shrimp Boil
Shrimp Boil brings together old bay seasoning, red onion, and lemon. Read what happens once the mixture comes to a boil. The quick notes will help you get the small jobs lined up before you start.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Total
- 25 min
- Original yield
- Serves 4
- Ingredients
- 13 listed
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Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Main course
- Primary protein
- Pork
- Cuisine
- American
- Preparation & total time
- Quick dinners · Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less
A few quick notes
1. Keep the first boil and the next step together
Read what happens once the mixture comes to a boil. Have the next ingredient or heat adjustment ready, and continue with the sequence the recipe gives.
2. Use the microwave sequence in the recipe
Read the microwave stages and checks before you start. Follow the settings and texture checks given for this recipe, including any note about differences between microwaves or container sizes.
Get to know the ingredients
Old bay seasoning
Look at how this ingredient comes into the method: In a large stockpot, bring 3 quarts of water to a rolling boil with Old Bay seasoning, red onion, garlic, and one quartered lemon.
Red onion
Look at how this ingredient comes into the method: In a large stockpot, bring 3 quarts of water to a rolling boil with Old Bay seasoning, red onion, garlic, and one quartered lemon.
Lemon
Look at how this ingredient comes into the method: In a large stockpot, bring 3 quarts of water to a rolling boil with Old Bay seasoning, red onion, garlic, and one quartered lemon.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 4. Original quantities shown.
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How to make it
0 of 8 steps completeMake room for Shrimp Boil
Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Keep the last little job in mind
The recipe finishes with this step: Serve immediately with lemon wedges and the seasoned butter for dipping. Set out what you need for that finish before the cooking gets busy.
A few questions you might have
What should I get ready before starting?
Set out the sheet pan. Read the first preparation step before you get going: Gather and prepare all ingredients.
Which little step is worth remembering?
Read what happens once the mixture comes to a boil. Have the next ingredient or heat adjustment ready, and continue with the sequence the recipe gives.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Keep this part of the method in view: Heat the butter in a small bowl in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until melted.**** Stir in Cajun seasoning and parsley.
How do I plan the ingredient amounts?
This version serves 4. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: Budget Bytes. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
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