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Cajun Seafood Boil with Garlic Butter Sauce

Delicious Cajun Seafood Boil with Garlic Butter Sauce Bliss

Turn your gathering into a flavor-packed adventure with this Cajun Seafood Boil with Garlic Butter Sauce. Perfect for sharing with family and friends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Seafood
  • 1 pound Jumbo Shrimp The main protein that adds a sweet, succulent bite.
  • 1 pound Snow Crab Clusters Infuses a luxurious touch; pre-cooked crab offers convenience.
  • 1 pound Andouille Sausage Provides a smoky, spicy flavor.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Potatoes Yukon gold or red potatoes work beautifully.
  • 4 Eggs Hard-boiled, adds richness.
  • 4 Corn on the Cob Brings sweetness and robustness.
For the Broth
  • 1 cup Beer Optional; enhances flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Essential for depth of flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning Elevates the seafood notes.
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 1 cup Butter Forms the rich base of the sauce.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Sautéed to add fragrant depth.
  • Optional Herbs Fresh herbs can be added for extra flavor.

Equipment

  • large stockpot

Method
 

Cajun Seafood Boil Instructions
  1. Fill a large stockpot with water, adding beer if desired, and incorporating Cajun seasoning. Bring to a rolling boil.
  2. Once boiling, add the potatoes and cook for about 10-15 minutes until almost tender.
  3. Stir in the corn and sliced andouille sausage, boiling for another 5 minutes.
  4. Add the snow crab and jumbo shrimp, cooking for 3-5 minutes until opaque.
  5. Melt butter in a pan, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Drain the pot and place everything on a serving platter.
  7. Drizzle with garlic butter sauce and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite seafood or spices. Perfect for a summer gathering.

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