Ingredients
2 lemons, halved, plus wedges for serving
1/2 cup Old Bay Seasoning
8 cloves garlic, smashed
1 large red onion, quartered
6 sprigs fresh thyme
1 pound baby red potatoes
4 ears corn, husked and snapped in half
1 1/4 pounds large shrimp, unpeeled
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Hot sauce, for serving (optional)
Directions
1. Fill a large pot with 4 quarts of water.
2. Squeeze the lemon juice into the water and add the squeezed lemon halves.
3. Add the Old Bay, garlic and onion.
4. Tie the thyme sprigs together with kitchen twine and add to the pot.
5. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook about 5 minutes.
6. Add the potatoes to the pot and cook until just tender, about 10 minutes.
7. Add the corn and cook 5 more minutes.
8. Add shrimp, cover and cook until the shrimp curl and are just opaque, 2 to 3 minutes.
9. Transfer the shrimp and vegetables with a slotted spoon or skimmer to a large bowl.
10. Add the butter and about 1 cup broth to the bowl and toss until the butter is melted.
11. Transfer the shrimp and vegetables to a platter.
12. Serve with the remaining broth, lemon wedges and hot sauce, if desired.