Savory Cajun Seafood Boil Recipe for Memorable Gatherings
This Cajun seafood boil recipe is a vibrant experience perfect for gatherings, featuring a flavorful broth and fresh seafood.
Equipment
- - Large stockpot
Ingredients
For the Broth
- 8 cups Water Adjust based on pot size
- 1 cup Beer Optional
- 3 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust for heat preference
- 1 medium Onion Yellow or white preferred
- 1 whole Lemon Cut into wedges
For the Seafood & Veggies
- 1 pound Shrimp Large or jumbo
- 1 pound Andouille Sausage Sliced
- 2 pounds Baby Potatoes Fork-tender
- 4 ears Corn on the Cob Cut into halves or thirds
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
- 1 stick Butter Unsalted preferred
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 tablespoon Parsley Chopped finely
Instructions
How to Make Quick Cajun Seafood Boil
- In a large stockpot, add water and beer. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, onion, and lemon wedges. Let it boil for 15 minutes.
- Introduce sliced andouille sausage and baby potatoes into the pot. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are nearly fork-tender.
- Nestle shrimp, and corn on the cob into the boiling mixture. Boil for an additional 5-7 minutes.
- Melt butter in a saucepan with garlic, lemon juice, and seasonings for the garlic butter sauce.
- Carefully drain the seafood mixture, serve on a lined baking sheet, and drizzle with garlic butter sauce.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges and napkins for easy eating.
Notes
Serve with crusty French bread or coleslaw for a complete meal.