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Crock Pot Shrimp Boil is a hearty slow cooker dish loaded with baby red potatoes, corn on the cob, smoked sausage and shrimp.

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Crock Pot Shrimp Boil is a tasty slow cooker seafood recipe that’s sure to be a hit.

This shrimp dish is loaded with a variety of flavours and textures.

This shrimp boil recipe takes just fifteen minutes to prepare and then four to five hours of slow cooking time.

Printable Recipe Card with a Full List of Ingredients and Instructions is Located at the Bottom of the Post.

Be sure to read through the entire post so that you don’t miss out on any important tips and tricks!

To make this dish, I started by slicing some smoked sausages and quartering some baby red potatoes.

I added the sliced sausage, some frozen corn on the cob, baby red potatoes, and minced garlic to the Crock pot.

I sprinkled Old Bay seasoning on top of the ingredients in the slow cooker.

I added water to the pot.

Then I placed the lid on the Crock Pot and cooked the ingredients on low for about four hours until the potatoes were tender.

I added some frozen shrimp to the pot.

I returned the lid to the pot and continued cooking until the shrimp were pink and cooked through.

Then I drained the liquid from the pot.

I mixed some melted butter and Old Bay seasoning together in glass measuring cup.

I poured the melted butter mixture over the ingredients in the Crock Pot and tossed so that all the ingredients were coated evenly.

I transferred everything to a serving platter and garnished it with fresh parsley.

Then the shrimp boil was ready to serve.

I served it with fresh lemon slices.

This slow cooker shrimp dish is amazing served with fresh baked biscuits.

If you are looking for a simple and tasty slow cooker seafood dish, then you need to try this Crock Pot Shrimp Boil!

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PRINTABLE VERSION OF THE RECIPE CAN BE FOUND AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE

Ingredients You’ll Need to Make This Crock Pot Shrimp Boil:

• 2 pounds frozen shrimp peeled and deveined
• 6 frozen corn on the cob
• 2 pounds baby red potatoes, quartered
• 2 pounds smoked sausage, sliced
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
• 6 cups water
• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted ( one stick )
• 2 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
• Chopped Parsley for garnish
• 2 lemons, sliced

How to Make Crock Pot Shrimp Boil:

1. Add the sliced sausage, frozen corn on the cob, baby red potatoes, and minced garlic, to the slow cooker.
2. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning over the top and add 6 cups of water.
3. Cover and cook on low heat for 3-4 hours, or until the potatoes are tender.
4. Add the frozen shrimp to the slow cooker and cook for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
5. Drain the liquid from the slow cooker.
6. In a small bowl/ jug, mix the melted butter with 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning.
7. Pour the seasoned butter over the shrimp, vegetables, and sausage in the slow cooker and toss to coat evenly.
8. Place on a serving platter to serve.
9. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
10. Garnish with parsley and lemons and serve hot with cocktail sauce, if desired.
11. Enjoy!

FAQS:

How should I store this recipe?

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

What are other variations I can make?

• Seafood medley: Instead of just using shrimp, add a variety of seafood such as crab legs, clams, or mussels for a seafood medley.
• Spicy: Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the seasoning mix for a spicier version.
• Vegetarian: Omit the sausage and add more vegetables, such as mushrooms or zucchini, for a vegetarian version.
• Mexican-inspired: Add diced tomatoes, chili powder, and black beans for a Mexican-inspired twist.
• Cajun-style: Use Cajun seasoning instead of Old Bay seasoning for a Cajun-style shrimp boil.
• Low-carb: Replace the potatoes with cauliflower or turnips for a low-carb version.
• Smoky: Use smoked paprika instead of regular paprika for a smoky flavor.
• Lemon and herb: Add fresh herbs, such as parsley or thyme, and lemon juice for a bright and fresh flavor.

What substitutions can I make?

• Sausage: If you don’t have or don’t like sausage, you can substitute it with kielbasa, chorizo, or even diced ham.
• Potatoes: If you prefer, you can substitute potatoes with sweet potatoes, turnips, or even parsnips.
• Corn: If you don’t have frozen corn or prefer fresh corn, you can substitute it with fresh corn off the cob.
• Shrimp: If you don’t have shrimp or prefer other seafood, you can substitute it with scallops or crawfish.
• Old Bay seasoning: If you don’t have Old Bay seasoning or can’t find it, you can substitute it with Cajun seasoning, Creole seasoning, or a combination of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.

Can I make this ahead of time and freeze them?

• You can freeze any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
  To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

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