Shrimp Boil Seasoning Recipe

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Last Updated on September 28, 2023 by Toya

My go-to shrimp boil seasoning recipe adds the most amazing fiery flavors to shrimp boil recipes or any other seafood boil dish!

Shrimp boil seasoning mix

Shrimp boil seasoning is the perfect seasoning mix to use for any shrimp boil dish. It is a great old bay seasoning substitute for people who don’t like old bay or if you’ve just run out of it.

This shrimp boil seasoning blend is also great because it is free of the additives and preservatives found in store-bought seafood boil seasonings.

This seasoning blend is also an incredibly versatile base recipe that can be easily tweaked and customized, with the use of different or added herbs and spices. Leftovers also keep well stored in air tight jars, containers or ziplock backs for up to 6 months!

When it comes to preparing a delicious shrimp boil or a buttery shrimp boil sauce, you absolutely must try this simple recipe for shrimp boil seasoning out! I promise you, its complements a shrimp boil recipe even better than my diy shrimp seasoning mix…and that’s saying a lot!

What is shrimp boil seasoning made of?

Shrimp boil blend is a combination of spices and herbs like paprika, celery salt, cayenne pepper, black pepper, ground bay leaves, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.

Shrimp boil seasoning ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of paprika
• 1 tablespoon of celery salt
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoon ground bay leaves
• ½ teaspoon of cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon of nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder (optional)

How to make shrimp boil seasoning

Gather all the ingredients in one place.

Add everything to a bowl or place and mix.

Pour the seasoning mix into a jar with a tight seal and use it whenever you need to.

Possible variations of this shrimp boil spice recipe

This is my basic shrimp boil blend recipe. However, as mentioned above, it is incredibly versatile, so please feel free to play around with different herbs and spices and customize to your taste. For example, you could choose to…

• Add a sweetener to the seaosning blend: Zatarain’s shrimp boil contains sugar, so if you want to help balance out the flavor of this spice blend, add some sugar to the seasoning recipe.
• Add red pepper slakes instead of cayenne pepper: Dial down the heat by using red pepper flakes in place of cayenne pepper. An equal quantity is fine.

How to use this easy shrimp boil spice blend

My homemade shrimp boil seasoning recipe can be versatile and used in various dishes to add a burst of flavor. Here are easy 7 ways to use it:

1. Classic Shrimp Boil: Use the seasoning mix to prepare a traditional shrimp boil with shrimp, corn on the cob, potatoes, and sausage.
2. Shrimp Pasta: Use this shrimp boil spice to season shrimp. Then sautée the shrimp and combine it with pasta, cream, and vegetables for a spicy shrimp pasta dish.
3. Shrimp Tacos: Season shrimp with the homemade mix, sauté, and use them as a flavorful filling for tacos.
4. Shrimp and Vegetable Stir-Fry: Use the seasoning to add a flavorful twist to a shrimp and vegetable stir-fry recipe.
5. Grilled Shrimp Skewers: Coat shrimp with the seasoning mix, thread the seasoned shrimp onto skewers, and grill.
6. Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya: Incorporate the seasoning into a classic jambalaya recipe with shrimp, sausage, rice, and vegetables.
7. Shrimp Salad: Mix the seasoning with mayonnaise and use it as a dressing for a spicy shrimp salad with lettuce, avocado, and tomatoes.

Storing

The shelf life of your own homemade shrimp boil seasoning will depend on the freshness of the individual spices and herbs you used in making the recipe. However, as a general rule, if your spices and herbs are fresh when you make the seasoning mix, it can be stored it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.