Description

A Seafood Boil is a festive, hearty one-pot dish loaded with shrimp, crab, sausage, corn, and potatoes all simmered in a flavorful seasoned broth. Tossed in garlicky butter and served family-style, it’s a hands-on, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for gatherings.

Ingredients

1 lb shrimp, deveined and shell-on
1 lb crab legs or clusters
1 lb clams or mussels (optional)
12 oz smoked sausage, sliced
4 ears corn on the cob, cut into pieces
1.5 lbs baby potatoes
1/2 cup unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
2–3 tbsp Old Bay seasoning or Cajun seasoning
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 lemons, cut into wedges
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Optional: hot sauce for serving

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Instructions

Fill a large stockpot with water and bring to a boil. Add salt and seasoning (Old Bay or Cajun) to the water.
Add baby potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes, or until slightly tender.
Add corn and sausage, cooking for an additional 5–7 minutes.
Add crab legs (and clams or mussels if using), and cook for 5–6 minutes.
Add shrimp last and cook for 2–3 minutes, or until pink and opaque.
While seafood cooks, melt butter in a separate pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and extra seasoning, stirring until fragrant.
Drain the seafood and vegetables, then transfer to a large bowl or tray. Pour the seasoned garlic butter over and toss to coat evenly.
Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges. Serve immediately with hot sauce and extra melted butter on the side.

Notes

Stagger seafood additions based on cooking time to avoid overcooking.Use frozen seafood if needed, but thaw fully before boiling.Serve over parchment or newspaper for an easy cleanup and authentic feel.Add lobster, scallops, or eggs for variations.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 980mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 180mg