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Cajun Seafood Boil with Garlic Butter Sauce

Cajun Seafood Boil with Garlic Butter Sauce for Ultimate Flavor

This Cajun Seafood Boil with Garlic Butter Sauce is a crowd-pleasing dish, perfect for summer gatherings with succulent shrimp, crab, and flavorful sausage.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Seafood
  • 1 lb Jumbo Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb Snow Crab Clusters Pre-cooked varieties
  • 1 lb Andouille Sausage Smoky sausage, can swap with kielbasa
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Potatoes Baby or red, skins on
  • 2 ears Corn on the Cob Cut into halves
  • 4 Eggs Hard-boiled
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Adjust to spice preference
  • 1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning Optional
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced
  • 1 cup Butter Unsalted
  • 1 cup Beer Lagers or IPAs, optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Saucepan
  • Stirring Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Broth: Fill a large pot with water, add Cajun and Old Bay seasonings, and bring to a boil.
  2. Cook the Potatoes: Add washed potatoes and cook for 10-15 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. Add the Sausage: Introduce sliced andouille sausage and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. Incorporate the Corn and Shrimp: Add corn and shrimp; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
  6. Combine and Coat: Pour the garlic butter sauce over the seafood and vegetables; toss until well coated.
  7. Serve with Flair: Serve on a large platter or newspaper for an authentic experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Using fresh ingredients like garlic and spices significantly enhances the flavor. For a fun experience, serve on newspaper and encourage guests to dig in.

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