Description
These Savory Seafood Foil Packets with Old Bay are a delightful combination of shrimp, smoked sausage, corn, and tender potatoes, all enhanced with a buttery Old Bay seasoning blend. Perfectly cooked on the grill or in the oven, this easy and mess-free recipe delivers bold coastal flavors ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend barbecue.
Ingredients
Seafood and Meat
- 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced
Vegetables
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved and parboiled
- 2 ears corn, cut into 4 pieces
Seasoning and Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or the oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for cooking the foil packets evenly and thoroughly.
- Assemble Packets: Divide the shrimp, sliced smoked sausage, parboiled baby potatoes, and corn pieces evenly among four large sheets of heavy-duty foil, creating individual servings that will cook together.
- Prepare Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter with Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, and lemon juice to create a flavorful sauce that will infuse the seafood and vegetables.
- Add Sauce: Drizzle the butter and seasoning mixture evenly over the ingredients within each foil packet to ensure every bite is rich with flavor.
- Seal Packets: Fold and seal each foil sheet tightly to lock in steam and moisture, which helps the seafood and vegetables cook perfectly.
- Cook: Place the foil packets on the grill or in the oven and cook for 18–20 minutes, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through, and the potatoes are tender to the fork.
- Serve: Carefully open the hot foil packets to avoid steam burns, garnish the seafood with chopped fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges for an added burst of freshness.
Notes
- Add crab legs or clams to the packets for an extra-special seafood feast and enhanced flavor variety.
- Use heavy-duty foil to prevent leaks and ensure the packets hold their juices and flavors during cooking.
- Serve the seafood packets with crusty bread to soak up the buttery, seasoned sauce for a complete and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American Coastal
