Cajun Funky Shrimp Boil

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

A vibrant, spicy shrimp boil with potatoes and corn, tossed in a tangy lemon-herb butter sauce for a lively New Orleans street-food experience. This cajun-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, quartered small red potatoes, melted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 1 lb, quartered small red potatoes
• 2 ears, cut into 1-inch pieces fresh corn on the cob
• 3 tbsp, melted butter
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 lb quartered red potatoes and cook for 8 minutes until tender but firm.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled shrimp and 2 ears corn (cut into 1-inch pieces) to the boiling water, and cook for 3 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
3. Step 3: Drain the shrimp mixture in a colander, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid. Return the pot to low heat and add 3 tbsp melted butter, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper. Stir until combined and heated through.
4. Step 4: Add the drained shrimp mixture back to the pot, tossing gently for 2 minutes until evenly coated and the sauce is glossy. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, ensuring the shrimp has a bright orange hue and the sauce clings perfectly.