Description
A hearty, flavorful Cajun Seafood Boil packed with shrimp, crab legs, sausage, corn, and potatoes, all tossed in a rich, buttery Cajun sauce. Perfect for gatherings or indulgent weekend dinners.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, shell-on
1 lb snow crab legs
1/2 lb smoked sausage, sliced
4 small red potatoes, halved
2 ears corn, cut into thirds
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 lemon, sliced
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Optional: additional melted butter for dipping
Instructions
- Bring a large stockpot of water to a boil and season with salt.
- Add halved red potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Add corn and sliced sausage, simmer for another 5–7 minutes.
- Add shrimp and crab legs, cooking for 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1–2 minutes.
- Mix in Cajun seasoning, Old Bay, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon pepper, and salt to create the butter sauce.
- Drain the seafood and vegetables, then transfer to a large bowl or baking sheet.
- Pour Cajun butter sauce over everything and toss gently to coat.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices. Serve hot with optional melted butter or extra sauce on the side.
Notes
Add cayenne or hot sauce to the butter for more spice.
Swap in mussels, clams, or lobster tails for variety.
Serve with vegetarian sides like roasted peppers or mushrooms.
Try grilling instead of boiling for a smoky twist.
Use low-sodium seasonings for a lighter version.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat in a skillet for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boil
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg
