Shrimp Boil
This Shrimp Boil delivers 28g protein and 441 calories per serving — a traditional format that's hard to mess up across 6 servings. One stovetop pot handles the entire batch, leaving minimal cleanup after meal prep. Straightforward carb and protein ratio works for most training phases without requiring macro adjustments.
Ingredients
- •Potato, Baby(454g)
- •Corn, Sweet, Frozen
- •Yellow Onion
- •Unsalted Butter(60g)
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Garlic(240g)
- •Old Bay seasoning blend(15g)
- •Shrimp(454g)
- •Andouille Sausage, Pork, Smoked(340g)
- •Unsalted Butter(60g)
- •Garlic(120g)
- •1 pinch cracked pepper
- •Parsley, Fresh(15g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)(15g)
- •Lemon
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a large baking sheet or tray with nonstick cooking oil spray or a smear of butter.
- 2In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook potatoes and onion wedges for 5 minutes. Add in corn, mix through and continue boiling until potatoes are just tender, (about 5-7 minutes). Drain well.
- 3Arrange cooked potatoes and corn on prepared baking sheet with shrimp and sausage.
- 4Mix together melted butter, olive oil, garlic and Old Bay seasoning in a small bowl. Pour over the butter mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- 5Bake until shrimp are opaque and cooked through and corn is tender, about 10 minutes. Broil (grill) for 1-2 minutes for crispy edges.
- 6After baking, mix an extra 2 tablespoons melted butter with 1 clove minced garlic. Pour over the shrimp and lightly mix through with 2 spoons.
- 7Top with pepper, parsley and green onions. Serve on the table with lemon wedges, a tin of Old Bay for extra seasoning and hot sauce.
Nutrition — Per Serving
441
calories
28g
protein
38g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 36g
- Saturated fat
- 6.2g
- Sodium
- 578 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 3.6g
6 servings per batch · ~301g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Shrimp Boil have per serving?
Each serving delivers 28g of protein and 441 calories, with 38g fat and 36g carbs. The fat content reflects the butter-based cooking method, which adds flavor while keeping protein intake solid.
How long does Shrimp Boil take to prep?
Quick prep on the stovetop makes 6 servings in one batch, so this is an efficient way to prepare a full week of dinners with minimal hands-on time. The one-pot format also simplifies cleanup.
Is Shrimp Boil good for muscle gain?
At 28g protein and 441 calories per serving, this recipe provides moderate protein with moderate calories that work well as part of a balanced training diet. The carbs and fats support energy levels during muscle gain phases without excessive calorie surplus.
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