Classic Seafood Boil
Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Serves:
4
Level:
Moderate
About the Recipe
If you're looking for a delicious and impressive dish to serve at your next gathering, look no further than a classic seafood boil. This flavorful dish is a Southern tradition that combines a variety of seafood and vegetables with aromatic spices and seasonings. The result is a festive and fun meal that's perfect for sharing with friends and family. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or a casual dinner party, this seafood boil recipe is sure to be a hit with your guests. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to dig in!
Ingredients
4 quarts water
1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning
1 lemon, halved
2 garlic cloves, smashed
2 bay leaves
1 pound baby potatoes
2 ears of corn, shucked and cut into thirds
1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pound crab legs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Salt to taste
Preparation
In a large pot, bring the water, Old Bay seasoning, lemon, garlic, and bay leaves to a boil.
Add the baby potatoes and cook for 10 minutes.
Add the corn and smoked sausage and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Add the shrimp and crab legs and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through and the crab legs are heated through.
Drain the seafood and vegetables in a colander.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter and add salt to taste.
Serve the seafood and vegetables on a large platter and drizzle with the melted butter. Enjoy!
Note: You can customize the seafood boil to your liking by adding or omitting ingredients such as mussels, clams, or lobster. #seafood
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