Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBanks' Seafood Kitchen and Raw BarChesapeake Old Bay Shrimp Boil Recipe

Chesapeake Old Bay Shrimp Boil Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Chesapeake Old Bay Shrimp Boil Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Seasoning

Optional Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    In a large pot, add the halved red potatoes and cover them with water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until they start to become tender.

  2. 2

    Add Corn and Seasoning

    Once the potatoes are tender, add the corn on the cob, smashed garlic, and Old Bay seasoning. Stir well to combine.

  3. 3

    Add Shrimp

    After 5 minutes of cooking the corn and potatoes, add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the pot. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

Finishing Touches

  1. 4

    Add Lemon and Season

    Squeeze the juice of the halved lemons into the pot and add salt and cayenne pepper. Stir to combine and let simmer for another 1-2 minutes.

  2. 5

    Serve

    Using a slotted spoon, transfer the shrimp, potatoes, and corn to a serving platter. Optionally, drizzle with melted butter and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

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