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Seafood boil with crab, lobster, shrimp and crawfish
Get ready to indulge in a mouthwatering seafood extravaganza with this rich and savory seafood boil featuring crab, lobster, shrimp, and crawfish!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of crab legs
- 2 lobster tails
- 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound of crawfish, cleaned
- 3 quarts of water
- 1/2 cup of seafood seasoning (e.g., Old Bay)
- 4 ears of corn, halved
- 1 pound of baby potatoes, halved
- 1 lemon, quartered
- Garlic cloves, crushed
- Butter, for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Fill a large pot with 3 quarts of water and bring it to a boil over high heat.
Add seafood seasoning, crushed garlic, and lemon quarters into the boiling water.
Add the baby potatoes to the pot and cook for about 10 minutes.
Add the corn halves and cook for another 5 minutes.
Next, add the crab legs, lobster tails, shrimp, and crawfish to the pot, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes until the seafood is cooked through.
Drain the seafood and vegetables using a colander, allowing excess water to drip off.
Serve hot with melted butter on the side and garnish with fresh parsley.
Kitchen Tools
- Large pot
- Colander
- Ladle
- Tongs
- Serving platter
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, frozen seafood works well; just ensure to thaw and clean it before cooking.
Seafood is typically done when it becomes opaque and easily flakes apart.
You can create your own blend using seasonings like paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
No, they are optional, but they enhance the meal and provide a hearty complement to the seafood.
Absolutely! It’s perfect for a backyard boil using a propane burner.