Name: Shrimp Boil
Yield: 4 Servings
Ingredients: 2 onions, halved crosswise; 1 head of garlic, halved crosswise; 5 whole cloves; 3 bay leaves; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 1 tablespoon coriander seeds; 4 teaspoons yellow mustard seeds; 2 teaspoons dill seeds; 2 teaspoons whole allspice; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 lemon, halved; 5 dashes (or more) hot pepper sauce, preferably Crystal; 1 1/2 pounds unpeeled large shrimp (about 30)

Image may contain Animal Seafood Food Sea Life Shrimp Human and Person

This shrimp boil recipe uses lots of spices—but don't worry; you probably already have most in your pantry.

Recipe notes