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Seafood Boil

A delicious blend of shrimp, crab, and fresh vegetables seasoned with Old Bay, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 pounds of large shrimp deveined
  • 1 pound of crab legs
  • 1 pound of baby red potatoes halved
  • 4 ears of corn cut into thirds
  • 1/4 cup of Old Bay seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons of salt
  • 2 lemons halved
  • 1/2 cup of melted butter for serving

Equipment

  • Large stockpot
  • Strainer or colander
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cooking gloves (optional)
  • Serving platter or newspaper for serving

Method
 

  1. Fill a large stockpot with about 4 quarts of water and bring it to a rolling boil.
  2. Once boiling, add the halved baby potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes.
  3. Add the salt and Old Bay seasoning to the boiling water.
  4. Add the corn pieces to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes.
  5. Carefully add the crab legs to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes.
  6. Finally, add the shrimp and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until they turn pink and opaque.
  7. Using a strainer, carefully drain the seafood and vegetables.
  8. Transfer everything to a large serving platter or spread it out on newspaper.
  9. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and serve with melted butter.

Notes

Customize the seafood and vegetables to fit your taste — the possibilities are endless!