Why Make This Recipe

A seafood boil with Cajun butter sauce is perfect for gatherings or family dinners. It’s fun to eat, flavorful, and satisfying. The combination of meats and spices creates an exciting dish that many enjoy. You can easily customize the ingredients to fit your taste preferences. If you’re looking to enhance your seafood feast, you might enjoy trying out Biscoff cookies with cookie butter topping for dessert!

How to Make Seafood Boil Recipe with Cajun Butter Sauce

To create a delicious seafood boil, you need to gather all the ingredients and follow some simple steps.

Ingredients:

• 16 ounce Zatarain’s crab boil seasoning (four 4-ounce bags)
• 1 teaspoon liquid crab boil (optional)
• 1 pound red potatoes (washed and halved)
• 2 lemons (halved, plus more for serving wedges)
• 2 oranges (halved)
• 2 medium yellow onions (halved)
• 4 pounds snow crab legs or king crab legs
• 2 pounds Dungeness crab legs
• 27 ounces smoked sausage andouille ropes (cut into 2-inch pieces, two 13.5-ounce packs)
• 1 pound jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined, frozen or unthawed)
• 12 corn niblets (frozen or fresh)
• 16 ounces hot banana peppers (drained)
• 12 boiled eggs (for serving, optional)
• 2 cups unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/4 cup Cajun or Creole seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon granulated onion
• 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
• 1/2 tablespoon coarse black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce

Directions:

1. Fill a large pot up with water about 3/4 of the way. Add crab boil seasoning packets and liquid crab boil (if using); bring the water to a boil.
2. Add red potatoes, onions, lemons, and oranges to the pot of boiling water. Cook for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are just parboiled (fork tender but not falling apart).
3. Next, add crab legs and andouille sausage. Cook for about 10 minutes.
4. Halfway through (at the 5-minute mark), add the shrimp and hot banana peppers.
5. Once the shrimp are pink and opaque, turn off the heat and add corn niblets to the pot.
6. Let everything soak in the pot for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. While everything is soaking, make the Cajun butter sauce.
7. If desired, add boiled eggs. Note: Boil eggs separately until hard-boiled. You can add them to the seafood boil in the last few minutes of cooking to infuse flavor.
8. Finally, use a slotted spoon or a strainer to remove ingredients from the pot and transfer them to individual seafood boil bags or a large serving platter or bowl.
9. Toss everything with Cajun butter sauce right before serving.

How to Serve Seafood Boil

When serving your seafood boil, lay out a large platter with all the cooked ingredients. Squeeze fresh lemon over the top for a burst of flavor. You can pair it with extra Cajun butter sauce and serve with warm bread or crusty rolls to soak up the delicious juices.

How to Store Seafood Boil

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can last for about 2-3 days. To reheat, gently warm the seafood boil on the stovetop or in the microwave until heated through.

Tips to Make Seafood Boil

• Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of Cajun seasoning and hot sauce.
• For a more robust flavor, let the seafood soak longer after cooking.
• Use fresh ingredients whenever possible for the best taste.

Variation

You can change up the types of seafood based on what you like best. Consider adding mussels, clams, or even lobster to make it more decadent. The cooking method remains the same, no matter the seafood.

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen seafood?
Yes, frozen seafood works just as well. Just ensure it’s thawed before adding it to the boil.

2. How do I know when the seafood is done?
Shrimp should be pink and opaque when cooked. Crab legs are fully cooked when they are bright red.

3. What should I serve with the seafood boil?
Sides like cornbread, coleslaw, or a simple salad complement a seafood boil nicely.

Conclusion

A seafood boil is an enjoyable way to gather with friends and family. If you are interested in trying other unique dishes, check out this recipe for a Cajun seafood boil with garlic butter sauce.

Seafood Boil with Cajun Butter Sauce

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• Author: make-recipe
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Yield: 8 servings 1x
• Diet: Carnivore

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Description

A fun and flavorful seafood boil featuring crab, shrimp, and sausage, all soaked in a rich Cajun butter sauce, perfect for gatherings.

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Ingredients

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• 16 ounce Zatarain’s crab boil seasoning (four 4-ounce bags)
• 1 teaspoon liquid crab boil (optional)
• 1 pound red potatoes (washed and halved)
• 2 lemons (halved, plus more for serving wedges)
• 2 oranges (halved)
• 2 medium yellow onions (halved)
• 4 pounds snow crab legs or king crab legs
• 2 pounds Dungeness crab legs
• 27 ounces smoked sausage andouille ropes (cut into 2-inch pieces, two 13.5-ounce packs)
• 1 pound jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined, frozen or unthawed)
• 12 corn niblets (frozen or fresh)
• 16 ounces hot banana peppers (drained)
• 12 boiled eggs (for serving, optional)
• 2 cups unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/4 cup Cajun or Creole seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon granulated onion
• 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
• 1/2 tablespoon coarse black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce

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Instructions

1. Fill a large pot up with water about 3/4 of the way. Add crab boil seasoning packets and liquid crab boil (if using); bring the water to a boil.
2. Add red potatoes, onions, lemons, and oranges to the pot of boiling water. Cook for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are just parboiled.
3. Add crab legs and andouille sausage. Cook for about 10 minutes.
4. Halfway through (at the 5-minute mark), add the shrimp and hot banana peppers.
5. Once the shrimp are pink and opaque, turn off the heat and add corn niblets to the pot.
6. Let everything soak in the pot for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Add boiled eggs if desired. Boil eggs separately until hard-boiled, then add them in the last few minutes of cooking.
8. Remove ingredients from the pot using a slotted spoon or strainer and transfer to serving bags or a large platter.
9. Toss everything with Cajun butter sauce right before serving.

Notes

Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of Cajun seasoning and hot sauce. For best results, use fresh ingredients.

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Boiling
• Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 500
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Fiber: 4g
• Protein: 40g
• Cholesterol: 200mg