Low Sodium Classic Shrimp Boil
Dive into the vibrant flavors of this Low Sodium Classic Shrimp Boil—a healthier spin on the Southern favorite that's perfect for gatherings or a hearty family dinner. Brimming with tender shrimp, juicy smoked sausage, sweet corn on the cob, and baby red potatoes, this recipe swaps traditional broth for a flavorful, low-sodium chicken stock infused with garlic, onion, bay leaves, and sodium-free Old Bay seasoning. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick 30-minute cook time, this one-pot wonder is easy to make and full of zest. Served family-style on a large platter or spread across parchment for a rustic touch, this low-sodium shrimp boil is the ultimate crowd-pleaser without sacrificing heart health.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds shrimp, deveined and shell-on
- 1.5 pounds baby red potatoes
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, halved
- 12 oz smoked sausage, low sodium, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 2 units lemon, quartered
- 1 unit yellow onion, quartered
- 8 units garlic cloves, smashed
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 8 cups water
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning, sodium-free
- 2 units bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
In a large stockpot, combine the low sodium chicken broth and water. Add the smashed garlic cloves, onion, bay leaves, and sodium-free Old Bay seasoning.
Step 2
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add the potatoes. Reduce the heat to medium-high and cook for about 10 minutes.
Step 3
Add the sausage slices and corn to the pot. Continue boiling for another 5 minutes.
Step 4
Add the shrimp to the pot, stirring gently. Squeeze the juice of the lemon quarters into the pot, then add the lemon quarters themselves.
Step 5
Allow everything to cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp are opaque and the potatoes are tender.
Step 6
Remove the stockpot from heat and drain the liquid. Discard the bay leaves.
Step 7
Transfer the shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes to a large serving platter or spread it out on newspaper for a more traditional approach.
Step 8
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (5973.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3215.3 |
| Total Fat 102.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 1953.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5599.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 323.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 44.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 93.3g | |
| Protein 315.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 795.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 22.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 9858.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories