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Seafood Boil Recipe

American (Cajun) · Main course · 50 min total

A classic Southern-style seafood boil featuring shrimp, crab, and sausage, boiled with corn and potatoes in a spicy, flavorful broth. Perfect for a festive gathering.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
• 1 lemon, halved
• 4 cloves garlic, smashed
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 pound small red potatoes
• 4 ears corn, husked and halved
• 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced into 2-inch pieces
• 1 pound large shrimp, unpeeled
• 1 pound crab legs (snow or king), thawed if frozen
• 1/2 cup melted butter, for serving

Instructions

1. Fill a large stockpot with 4 quarts of water. Add Old Bay, salt, cayenne, lemon halves, garlic, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil over high heat.
2. Add potatoes and cook for 10 minutes. Add corn and sausage; cook for 5 more minutes.
3. Add shrimp and crab legs; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Remove from heat. Drain well, discarding lemon and bay leaves.
5. Transfer the boil to a large platter or newspaper-lined table. Serve with melted butter for dipping.

Tips

• Adjust cayenne to your spice preference.
• Add crawfish or clams for variety.
• Serve with crusty bread to soak up the juices.

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