Sunday Recipes w/ Margi Kyle: Lake Norman Dockside Shrimp Boil

If you’re looking for something that feels like Lake Norman on a plate, this is it. I love recipes that bring people together without keeping you stuck in the kitchen, and this dockside shrimp boil does exactly that. It’s simple, full of bold flavor, and perfect after a day on the lake or a relaxed Sunday with friends and family. Toss it on the grill, open it up, and let the aroma do the rest—this is easy entertaining, the Margi way.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 1 lb large shrimp (peeled & deveined)
• 12 oz smoked sausage (sliced)
• 2 ears corn (cut into thirds)
• 1 lb baby potatoes (halved)
• 4 tbsp butter (melted)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp cayenne (optional heat)
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Fresh parsley (chopped)
• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Pre-cook potatoes
   Boil for 10–12 minutes until just tender (don’t skip—this keeps everything even).
2. Build the packets
   On large foil sheets, divide potatoes, corn, sausage, and shrimp.
3. Season like you mean it
   Mix melted butter, garlic, Old Bay, paprika, lemon juice. Pour over each packet.
4. Seal tightly
   Fold into airtight foil packets.
5. Grill or bake
   • Grill: Medium heat, 12–15 minutes
   • Oven: 400°F, 15 minutes
6. Finish strong
   Open carefully, sprinkle parsley, extra lemon squeeze.

💡 Pro Tips (This is where you win them)

• Add crab legs for a premium twist
• Toss in red pepper slices for color/pop
• Serve with crusty bread to soak up that butter
• Pair with a cold lager or crisp white wine

PHOTO COURTESY OF DEBORAH YOUNG STUDIO

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