Savory Seafood Boil Recipe for Unforgettable Gatherings
Experience a delightful seafood boil recipe bursting with Cajun flavors and perfect for memorable gatherings.
Equipment
- - Large stockpot
Ingredients
For the Broth
- 10 cups Water
- 1 cup Beer (optional) lager or lighter beer works best
- 3 tablespoons Creole Cajun Seasoning Old Bay can be used instead
- 3 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning
For the Seafood
- 2 pounds Snow Crab Clusters substitute with lobster if desired
- 2 pounds Large or Jumbo Shrimp keep the shells on for added flavor
For the Vegetables
- 1 pound Baby Potatoes red or yellow for texture
- 4 ears Corn on the Cob frozen corn works in a pinch
- 1 large Onion yellow onions recommended
- 1 large Lemon serve fresh wedges alongside
For the Optional Sauce
- 4 cloves Garlic fresh cloves
- 1 cup Butter dairy-free margarine is a substitute
- 0.5 cup Fresh Parsley optional garnish
Instructions
How to Make Seafood Boil
- Combine water and beer in a large stockpot (10-quart or larger); bring to a vigorous boil.
- Season the boiling liquid with Creole Cajun and Old Bay seasonings. Toss in chopped onion and lemon wedges, then boil for 15 minutes.
- Add sliced andouille sausage and baby potatoes to the pot; cook for about 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Introduce snow crab clusters, shrimp, and corn on the cob to the pot. Boil for an additional 5-7 minutes until shrimp turns pink.
- Prepare the garlic butter sauce by melting butter in a pan. Mix in minced garlic, lemon juice, and seasonings.
- Strain the seafood and vegetables, discarding the solids, and place them onto a prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle your homemade garlic butter sauce over the seafood and veggies, tossing gently. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
Optional: Serve with crusty French bread to savor every last drop of the rich broth!