Description
A classic Seafood Boil loaded with shrimp, crab, lobster, sausage, corn, and potatoes, all simmered in a flavorful seasoned broth and tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, shell-on
- 1 lb snow crab legs
- 2 lobster tails, split
- 12 oz beef sausage, sliced
- 1 1/2 lbs baby red potatoes
- 4 ears corn, cut into thirds
- 1 lemon, halved
- 1 medium onion, quartered
- 6 cloves garlic, smashed
- 8 cups water
- 1/4 cup seafood boil seasoning
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Fill a large stockpot with water and add seafood boil seasoning, bay leaves, onion, garlic, lemon halves, paprika, cayenne, and black pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
- Add potatoes and cook for 12-15 minutes until nearly tender.
- Add corn and sausage and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add lobster tails and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add crab legs and shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until shrimp turn pink and seafood is cooked through.
- Drain the seafood and vegetables, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid if desired.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in Old Bay seasoning and lemon juice.
- Toss the seafood, potatoes, corn, and sausage with the garlic butter sauce.
- Transfer to a serving platter or parchment-lined table.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper to control the spice level.
- Do not overcook shrimp, as they can become rubbery.
- King crab legs can be substituted for snow crab.
- Add mussels or clams for more variety.
- Serve with extra melted butter and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Southern