Description
Cajun Garlic Seafood Boil is a vibrant one-pot dish that brings the flavors of the coast to your table. With plump shrimp, sweet crab legs, and hearty smoked sausage, this recipe combines aromatic garlic and zesty Cajun seasoning for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers, it’s easy to prepare and offers customization options to suit every palate. Gather your loved ones around this festive feast and enjoy the delightful blend of spices and fresh seafood.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (deveined)
- 1 lb crab legs (king or snow)
- 12 oz smoked sausage (sliced)
- 4 ears corn on the cob (halved)
- 1 lb baby red potatoes
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Fill a large pot with water, add salt generously, and bring to a rolling boil.
- Add halved red potatoes and corn; cook for 10–12 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in sliced smoked sausage; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Gently add shrimp and crab legs; cook until shrimp turns pink (about 5–7 minutes).
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat, then mix in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; let it sizzle until fragrant.
- Serve seafood mixture on a platter, drizzled with garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 210mg