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Shrimp and Sausage Foil Packs

A cozy, smoky one-pan meal featuring juicy shrimp and savory sausage, wrapped in foil for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1.5 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 12-16 oz Smoked sausage (andouille or kielbasa), sliced
  • 2 ears Fresh corn on the cob, cut into thirds
  • 1.5 lb Red potatoes, quartered Parboil for faster baking
  • 2-3 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1-2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, to taste
  • 2-3 cloves Minced garlic Fresh garlic equals bigger flavor
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
  • Lemon wedges For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat the grill to medium-high.
  2. Wash potatoes and quarter them; parboil for 8–10 minutes if you want faster baking.
  3. Combine shrimp, sausage slices, corn pieces, and potatoes in a big bowl.
  4. Drizzle olive oil, add Cajun seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper; toss until everything glistens.
  5. Tear large foil sheets and divide the mix into four piles; fold and seal packets tightly.
Cooking
  1. Place packets on a baking sheet, then bake for 20–25 minutes, or grill for 12–18 minutes; listen for gentle steam and peek for golden edges.
  2. Open a packet carefully (watch the steam); shrimp should be pink and firm, potatoes tender, and sausage hot.
  3. Garnish with parsley and lemon before serving.

Notes

Parboil potatoes to speed up cooking time. Common mistakes include overcrowding the foil packs, which can cause uneven cooking. For variations, sprinkle smoked paprika or swap parsley for cilantro.