sixtic Juicy shrimp, tender potatoes, corn, smoky sausage, and boiled eggs tossed in a rich Cajun garlic butter sauce… the ultimate one-pot feast! 😍 Perfect for family dinners or weekend gathering .
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Large shrimp (peeled, tail-on) | 1.5 lb (700 g) |
| Smoked sausage (andouille or kielbasa), sliced | 1 lb (450 g) |
| Baby red potatoes (or Yukon Gold), halved | 1.5 lb (700 g) |
| Corn on the cob, cut into 2–3″ pieces | 4 ears |
| Unsalted butter | 1 cup (2 sticks / 225 g) |
| Garlic, minced | 6 cloves |
| Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade*) | 3–4 tbsp |
| Old Bay seasoning | 1 tbsp |
| Smoked paprika | 1 tsp |
| Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat) | ½–1 tsp |
| Lemon juice | 2 tbsp |
| Fresh parsley, chopped | ¼ cup |
| Lemon wedges (for serving) | 1–2 |
* Homemade Cajun Seasoning (mix together):
2 tbsp paprika, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp onion powder, 2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp cayenne.
Instructions
- Parboil Potatoes & Corn
- Add potatoes to a large pot of salted boiling water. Cook 8–10 min until just fork-tender.
- Add corn pieces in the last 4 min. Drain and set aside.
- Cook Sausage
- In the same pot (or a large skillet), melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
- Add sliced sausage; cook 4–5 min until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Make Garlic Butter Sauce
- In the same pot, melt remaining butter (¾ cup + 2 tbsp).
- Add minced garlic, sauté 1 min until fragrant.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, Old Bay, paprika, cayenne, and lemon juice. Simmer 1 min.
- Combine Everything
- Return sausage, potatoes, and corn to the pot. Toss to coat in sauce (3–4 min).
- Add shrimp. Cook 3–4 min, stirring gently, until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Finish & Serve
- Taste and adjust salt/pepper.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve family-style in a large tray or on butcher paper with lemon wedges and extra sauce on the side.
🔥 Pro Tips
- Spicier? Double cayenne or add hot sauce to the butter.
- No-mess option: Line your table with newspaper and dump the boil in the center!
- Add-ins: Crab legs, mussels, or crawfish cook in the last 5 min.
Enjoy your Cajun feast! 🍤🌽🍋
