CAJUN SHRIMP AND SAUSAGE BOIL

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Make and share this Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Boil recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Pork

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 whole cloves
2 bay leaves
1 cinnamon stick
1 tablespoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon coriander seed
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
1 lb hot Italian sausage or 1 lb smoked sausage
2 lbs extra large raw shrimp

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 12 cups water, cloves bay leaves, cinnamon, mustard and celery and coriander seeds, black peppercorns, paprika and hot pepper flakes to boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • If using smoked sausage, cut into bite size pieces.
  • Add smoked or Italian sausage to pot; simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, using scissors, cut through shell along back of each shrimp; remove vein.
  • Scatter over pan; cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp are pink.
  • Drain mixture, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid.
  • Cut italian sausage into bite size slices; arrange sausage around edge of platter.
  • Mound shrimp in centre.
  • Drizzle with reserved liquid.

Chimezie Johanna
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This Cajun shrimp and sausage boil is a must-try! It's packed with flavor and perfect for a party or a weeknight meal.


Md Josim
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The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I would definitely make it again.


Elaina KingPerez
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I thought the recipe was a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it turned out much better.


Shahin Dewan
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This was a little too spicy for my taste, but I'm sure it would be perfect for someone who likes spicy food.


ah. sihab
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's also a great way to use up leftover shrimp and sausage.


Susantha Kumara
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I followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfect. Thank you for sharing!


Shawn Alloway
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This dish was easy to make and turned out amazing!


Taite Wright
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Fortune Nsaka
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The shrimp and sausage were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and delicious.


Clara Zimbanko
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My family loved this recipe! We are definitely making it again.