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Spicy Grilled Shrimp in Foil Packets

Spicy Grilled Shrimp in Foil Packets are loaded with shrimp, potatoes, corn, and beef sausage.
Cooked in a buttery Old Bay seasoning blend.
Easy to grill or bake in under 45 minutes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American Seafood

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb baby potatoes cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 ears corn on the cob sliced into 2-inch rounds
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 12 oz beef sausage sliced into rounds
  • 1 large yellow onion cut into 1/2-inch thick wedges
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 5 tbsp salted butter melted
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 1/2 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 lemons cut into wedges
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the potatoes by cutting them into 1-inch chunks. Slice the corn into 2-inch rounds. Slice the beef sausage, cut the onion into wedges, mince the garlic, chop the parsley, and cut the lemons into wedges.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and corn and cook for 10 minutes until slightly tender. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
  • Preheat your grill or oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Cut four large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, approximately 18 inches long each.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the shrimp, beef sausage, onion wedges, garlic, potatoes, and corn.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, salt, black pepper, Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Pour the seasoned butter mixture over the shrimp and vegetables. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  • Divide the mixture evenly among the foil sheets, placing it in the center of each sheet.
  • Fold and seal the foil tightly to create packets, leaving a little space inside for steam circulation.
  • Place the packets on the grill or on a baking sheet in the oven. Cook the Spicy Grilled Shrimp in Foil Packets for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking.
  • Carefully open the packets, avoiding the hot steam.
  • Squeeze fresh lemon juice over each packet and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with crusty bread to soak up the seasoned butter sauce.
  • Add bell peppers or zucchini for extra vegetables.
  • Fresh lemon juice brightens the flavors significantly.
  • For a seafood boil-inspired feast, serve alongside coleslaw and cornbread.