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Cajun Seafood Boil with Garlic Butter Sauce

Savory Cajun Seafood Boil with Garlic Butter Sauce Delight

Experience the vibrant flavors of Cajun Seafood Boil with Garlic Butter Sauce, a heartwarming and interactive dish perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Seafood
  • 1 lb Jumbo Shrimp fresh or frozen, deveined
  • 1 lb Crab pre-cooked legs for convenience
For the Sausage & Veggies
  • 1 lb Andouille Sausage can swap with kielbasa
  • 2 cups Potatoes cut into quarters
  • 2 ears Corn on the Cob small ears preferred
  • 4 pcs Eggs hard-boiled
For the Flavoring
  • 1 cup Garlic Butter Sauce made with butter and garlic
  • 3 tbsp Cajun Seasoning or Old Bay seasoning as alternative
  • 1 cup Beer optional, lager or IPA preferred

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Small Pan
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the broth by filling a large pot with enough water to cover all seafood and vegetables, approximately 4-6 quarts. Add beer and Cajun seasoning, then bring to a rolling boil for about 5 minutes.
  2. Add quartered potatoes to the pot, reduce heat to medium, and simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. Add sliced andouille sausage and corn on the cob to the pot. Increase the heat back to medium-high and cook for another 5 minutes.
  4. Incorporate crab legs and jumbo shrimp, gently stir, and allow to simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, until shrimp turns pink and opaque.
  5. Create the garlic butter sauce by melting butter in a small pan over low heat, adding minced garlic and a splash of hot sauce, stirring for about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Once cooked, drain seafood and vegetables, arrange on a large platter, and drizzle generously with garlic butter sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize with various seafood options or spice levels for different tastes. Use parchment instead of newspaper for serving for easier cleanup.

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