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Easy Foil Packet Cajun Sausage and Shrimp Boil

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A quick and flavorful summer meal featuring Cajun sausage, shrimp, corn, and potatoes cooked in foil packets for easy cleanup and juicy results.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium to large size)
  • 1 pound baby red potatoes, halved
  • 2 ears fresh corn on the cob, cut into thirds
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
  • Lemon wedges, for serving
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or oven to medium heat (about 400°F or 200°C). If using an oven, line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
  2. In a large bowl, toss halved baby red potatoes and corn pieces with 1 tablespoon melted butter, 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper until well coated.
  3. Arrange the potatoes and corn in the center of a large piece of heavy-duty foil (about 12×18 inches), creating a shallow bowl shape by folding up the edges slightly.
  4. In the same bowl, toss shrimp and sausage slices with remaining melted butter, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
  5. Add the shrimp and sausage on top of the potatoes and corn in the foil packet, distributing evenly.
  6. Seal the foil packet tightly by folding the edges over twice to lock in steam, being careful not to poke holes.
  7. Place the packet on the grill or baking sheet and cook for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender and shrimp are pink and opaque.
  8. Remove from heat carefully and open the packet. Squeeze fresh lemon wedges over the contents and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

For larger potatoes, parboil for 5 minutes before assembling packets to ensure even cooking. Seal foil packets tightly to prevent steam from escaping. Let packets rest for 2-3 minutes after cooking before opening. Frozen shrimp can be used if thawed and patted dry. Butter can be substituted with olive oil for dairy-free option.

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