Small Batch Florida Orange Juice Shrimp Boil

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Zesty, citrusy, and perfectly portioned

A shrimp boil doesn’t have to feed a crowd—you can enjoy all the flavor in a small batch! 🦐✨ This Florida Orange Juice Shrimp Boil combines juicy shrimp, tender potatoes, sweet corn, and smoky sausage with a bright citrus twist. The orange juice adds natural sweetness and tang, balancing the spices for a fresh coastal vibe. Ready in under 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for two to four people who crave a taste of summer (or Florida sunshine ☀️) any time of year. Serve it straight from the pot or on parchment for that fun, casual boil experience at home.

Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Servings: 2–4

Ingredients List

  • 1 pound large shrimp (shell-on, deveined)
  • ½ pound small red potatoes
  • 2 ears corn, cut into halves or thirds
  • 6 oz smoked beef sausage, sliced (per pork substitution rule ✅)
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup Florida orange juice (fresh if possible)
  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)
  • 3 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1 lemon, halved
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Slotted spoon
  • Cutting board & knife
  • Serving tray or parchment paper for presentation
  • Small bowl (for melted butter)

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Start the boil: In a large pot, bring water, orange juice, garlic, Old Bay, and lemon halves to a boil. 🍊
  2. Cook potatoes: Add red potatoes and cook for 12–15 minutes until just tender.
  3. Add sausage & corn: Stir in sausage slices and corn; cook 5 minutes. 🌽
  4. Add shrimp: Toss in shrimp and cook 3–4 minutes until pink and opaque. 🦐✨
  5. Drain & serve: Remove pot from heat, drain liquid, and spread shrimp, corn, sausage, and potatoes onto parchment or a platter.
  6. Finish: Drizzle with melted butter and garnish with parsley. Serve hot with lemon wedges. 🍋

Pro Tips

  • Shell-On Shrimp: Keeps shrimp juicier and adds flavor—peel at the table for fun!
  • Make It Spicier: Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the boil.
  • No Sausage Option: Skip sausage and add extra shrimp or scallops.
  • Serving Idea: Pair with crusty bread to soak up the citrusy butter sauce. 🥖

Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 portion39028g32g18g4g8g