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Flavorful Cajun Shrimp Boil Foil Packets Easy Grilling Recipe

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A quick and easy grilled shrimp boil recipe using foil packets that locks in bold Cajun flavors with shrimp, corn, and potatoes for a fuss-free, delicious meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound baby red or Yukon gold potatoes, halved
  • 2 ears of corn, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 lemon, sliced thinly
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: Andouille or smoked sausage slices
  • Optional: Sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with 1 tablespoon melted butter, 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Spread on a foil-lined sheet and grill for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine shrimp, corn pieces, minced garlic, remaining melted butter, and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning. Toss to coat evenly.
  4. Tear off large sheets of heavy-duty foil (about 12×12 inches). Divide grilled potatoes evenly among packets. Top with shrimp and corn mixture, then add lemon slices.
  5. Fold foil over ingredients and crimp edges tightly to seal, leaving space for steam circulation.
  6. Place foil packets on grill grate and cook for 8-10 minutes. Flip packets carefully and grill another 5-7 minutes until shrimp are pink and corn is tender.
  7. Carefully open one packet to check doneness; shrimp should be cooked through and potatoes tender.
  8. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top and serve directly from foil packets or transfer to a platter.

Notes

Parboil potatoes for 5 minutes before grilling to speed cooking. Avoid overcrowding packets to prevent rubbery shrimp. Let packets rest a few minutes off the grill before opening. For oven cooking, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes.

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