Speedy Shrimp Boil & Garlic Toast

This one-dish wonder packs all the flavours of New Orleans by combining tender shrimp, new potatoes, chunks of corn and smoky sausage in a flavourful broth. Plus, simply use the grill function to quickly make golden garlic toasts for dipping.

Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

Servings: 4

1 small onion

3 garlic cloves

2 tbsp butter

0.5 lb (about 2 cups) small baby potatoes (cut in half)

2 ears fresh corn (halved)

2 cooked smoked sausage (like Andouille, sliced into 0.5" rounds)

2 tbsp cajun or Old Bay seasoning

2 bay leaves

450 g (21 to 24 count) large shrimp (peeled and deveined)

2 tbsp softened butter

1 tbsp garlic (minced)

0.5 French baguette (sliced into four even quarters)

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

0.5 lemon (juiced)

Hot sauce for serving (optional)

Steps

STEP 1

Thinly slice onion and garlic.

STEP 2

Add onion, garlic and 2 tbsp butter to oval microwave-proof casserole dish (2.8 quart) and cover with a glass top or plastic wrap to lock in steam. Cook 3 minutes on 100% power. Remove glass top/plastic wrap (be careful – steam is hot).

STEP 3

Add potatoes, corn, sliced smoked sausage and seasoning. Stir to combine well.

STEP 4

Add broth and bay leaves. Cover with glass top/plastic wrap. Cook, stirring once, for 15-20 minutes at 100% power until potatoes are tender.

STEP 5

Add shrimp, re-cover with glass top/plastic wrap and cook 3 more minutes or until just cooked through. Remove dish from microwave and keep warm.

STEP 6

In a small bowl, stir together softened butter and garlic. Brush over baguette quarters and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

STEP 7

Place bread directly on metal grill rack. Using the GRILL function, grill until golden and toasted, approximately 3 minutes.

STEP 8

Using a slotted spoon, transfer shrimp, sausage, potatoes and corn to a large serving bowl. Toss with a ½ cup of cooking liquid, lemon juice and chopped parsley. Serve with garlic toast and hot sauce, if desired.

Speedy Shrimp Boil & Garlic Toast