Shrimp Boil Foil Packets

INGREDIENTS (Serves: 4)

1 ½ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 package (12.8oz) smoked andouille sausage, thinly sliced
2 ears corn, cut crosswise into 4 pieces
1lb baby red potatoes, halved
2 Tbsp. olive oil
4 tsp. Cajun seasoning
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley leaves

STEPS

1. Preheat a gas or charcoal grill over high heat;
2. Cut four sheets of foil, about 12 inches long;
3. Divide shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes into 4 equal portions and add to the center of each foil in a single layer; fold up all 4 sides of the foil packet;
4. Add olive oil, cajun seasoning, salt and pepper; gently toss to combine;
5. Fold the sides of the foil over the shrimp, covering completely and sealing the packets closed;
6. Place foil packets on the grill and cook until just cooked through (about 12-15 minutes);
7. Garnished with parsley if desired.

TIPS

1. Make your own cajun seasoning by:
2. Combining 2 ½ tbsp. salt, 1 tbsp. dried oregano, 1 tbsp. paprika, 1 tbsp. cayenne pepper, 1 tbsp. ground black pepper, ½ tbsp. each of onion powder and garlic powder
3. Replace shrimp with any kind of protein that you prefer. If replacing it with chicken, make sure that the chicken is completely cooked before serving.

WELLNESS TIPS

1. Sweet corn contain high amount of insoluble fiber that promote bowel health and may also increase insulin sensitivity.
2. Although sweet corn contain higher sugar content, it is considered a food low in glycemic index, which is suitable for people with high blood glucose.
3. The carotenoid content from the yellow corn promotes eye health like carrots.

Recipe adapted from: https://damndelicious.net/2015/08/26/shrimp-boil-foil-packets/?m=