Spicy Southern Shellfish Bowl
There’s something magical about a pot of spicy seafood simmering away, filling the kitchen with Cajun aromas and making everyone hungry before it’s even served.
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Servings: 0
Ingredients
- 500 g 1 lb large shrimp (peeled, deveined – fresh or frozen)
- 200 g 7 oz smoked sausage (sliced – Andouille or Kielbasa)
- 2 fresh corn cobs halved
- 500 g 1 lb baby red potatoes
- 4 boiled eggs peeled
- 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 lemon juiced + wedges for garnish
- 6 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp hot sauce Louisiana-style recommended
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- Optional: seafood boil sauce or melted seasoned butter
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1 – Boil Veggies & Eggs
- Fill a large pot with heavily salted water. Boil potatoes until tender (10–12 min). Add corn, cook 5 more min. Add boiled eggs last 2 min to warm through.
Step 2 – Cook Sausage & Shrimp
- Sauté sausage slices in a large skillet over medium heat until golden. Add shrimp, season with Cajun and Old Bay. Cook 3–4 min until pink and curled.
Step 3 – Make Spicy Butter Sauce
- In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in garlic powder, lemon juice, hot sauce, and brown sugar. Simmer 2–3 min until fragrant.
Step 4 – Toss It All Together
- In a large bowl or pan, combine cooked potatoes, corn, eggs, shrimp, and sausage. Pour over the spicy butter sauce and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
Step 5 – Garnish & Serve
- Top with chopped parsley and lemon wedges. Serve hot with crusty bread or white rice to soak up the sauce.
Notes
Spice control: Use less hot sauce for a milder version.
Extra flavor: Add smoked paprika or chipotle to the sauce.
Make it deluxe: Throw in crab legs or mussels for seafood feast.
No corn? Use zucchini slices or green beans.
Messy hands, full hearts, and big bold flavors—this Southern seafood dish delivers on all fronts. Whether you’re craving comfort or showing off at a dinner party, this Spicy Southern Shellfish Bowl is unforgettable.
Messy hands, full hearts, and big bold flavors—this Southern seafood dish delivers on all fronts. Whether you’re craving comfort or showing off at a dinner party, this Spicy Southern Shellfish Bowl is unforgettable.