Seafood Boil Recipes

This seafood boil contains fresh shrimp, lobster, clams, crab, potatoes, corn and sausage, all boiled in a flavorful broth. An impressive meal in one pot that’s perfect for feeding a crowd!

Fresh seafood never fails to delight, and when I’m really looking for a show stopping recipe I make bacon wrapped scallops, garlic butter shrimp or this fantastic seafood boil.

When I’m looking to enjoy some fresh shellfish, I often end up making a mixed seafood boil. It’s a great option because everything gets tossed into one pot, it’s fun to eat, and of course, it’s loaded with tons of flavor! It’s also a great way to make more expensive ingredients like lobster and crab stretch further, since they’re combined with less expensive items like corn and potatoes.

This recipe contains shrimp, lobster, crab, clams, potatoes, corn and sausage. All of the ingredients are boiled in a seasoned broth, then tossed in a little butter. Add a sprinkling of parsley and some lemon wedges, and dinner is served.

The seafood ingredients in this recipe cook at different rates, so you’ll want to put the longest cooking items in the boil first, then add the others later on.

A seafood boil can be served as-is, but some people prefer to add more side dishes to round out the meal. Some great options include a green salad, french or sourdough bread, coleslaw, or potato salad. I typically keep things simple with a loaf of garlic bread and sometimes a green veggie such as zucchini, asparagus or green beans.

You just can’t go wrong with a mixed boil, especially when you’re entertaining. The tender seafood pairs so well with the creamy potatoes, smoky sausage and sweet corn. Everyone will be coming back for more!

Seafood Boil

This seafood boil contains fresh shrimp, lobster, clams, crab, potatoes, corn and sausage, all boiled in a flavorful broth. An impressive meal in one pot that’s perfect for feeding a crowd!

Prep: 10min

Total: 30min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 479 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 45 g, Fat 19 g, Saturated Fat 11 g, Cholesterol 450 mg, Sodium 1892 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 7 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 3 lemons (divided use)
• 1/2 cup Old Bay seasoning (plus more for garnish)
• 8 cloves garlic (smashed)
• 1 onion (peeled and cut into 6 pieces)
• 1 pound small Yukon gold potatoes (halved)
• 4 ears corn on the cob (cut into 3-4 inch pieces)
• 3 lobster tails
• 1 pound clams (scrubbed)
• 1 pound crab legs (pre-cooked)
• 1 pound smoked sausage (cut into 1 inch pieces, kielbasa or andouille are preferred)
• 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined (leave tails on))
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Instruction:

1. Cut 2 of the lemons into quarters. Slice the remaining lemon into wedges and reserve the wedges for garnish.
2. Fill a large pot with 14-16 cups of water. Place the 2 quartered lemons in the water along with the Old Bay seasoning, garlic and onion. Bring to a boil.
3. Add the potatoes to the pot and cook for 8 minutes.
4. Add the lobster tails and cook for 5 minutes.
5. Add the clams, crab, and corn, and cook for 5 minutes.
6. Add the shrimp and sausage and cook for 2-3 minutes.
7. Drain the seafood mixture from the pot, reserving 1 cup of the broth.
8. Melt the butter in a small bowl and whisk it into the reserved broth. Pour the broth over the seafood mixture.
9. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges. Sprinkle with additional Old Bay seasoning to taste, then serve immediately.

Southern Seafood Boil

A seafood boil more than a meal in the South, it’s a tradition. This classic seafood recipe is meant for sharing. Grab your favorite seafood, potatoes, sausage, corn, and onions for this easy & fun one-pot meal.

Prep: 10min

Yield: 6

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds Seafood ((2 pounds total of your preferred seafood))
• 1/3 cup Old Bay seasoning
• 16 ounces smoked sausage, cut into 1-inch rounds
• 2 pounds red potatoes
• 4 ears corn, cut in half
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 large lemon, cut into quarters

Instruction:

1. Fill a large stockpot with the water. If you don’t have a pot large enough, or use 2 pots and divide the ingredients in half. Add the Old Bay seasoning, garlic, lemon, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil.
2. Add the red potatoes, sausage, and onion to the pot. Return to a boil. Cook 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
3. Add the seafood & corn. Cook 5-10 minutes or until the seafood is cooked through.
4. Drain the food through a colander & discard all the liquid. Serve on newspaper or a platter.

Cajun Seafood Boil with Garlic Butter Sauce

This Cajun Seafood Boil with Garlic Butter Sauce is a flavorful feast of shrimp, crab, lobster tails, mussels, clams, sausage, and potatoes. Prepared in under an hour, this easy seafood boil recipe is the perfect meal for entertaining guests.

Prep: 15min

Total: 55min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 765 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 40 g, Fat 53 g, Saturated Fat 28 g, Trans Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 334 mg, Sodium 3780 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 7 g, unSaturated Fat 21 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 2 12 oz Beer (, use your favorite beer)
• 8 qts Water
• 5 Bay leaves
• 1 cup Old Bay Seasoning
• 2 tbsps Smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp Cayenne pepper (, less or more as desired)
• 1 tbsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Dried thyme
• 2 Lemons (, sliced)
• 10 Garlic cloves (, peeled and smashed)
• 2 Large onions (, peeled and sliced)
• 2 tbsps Salt
• 3 lbs Red potatoes (, halved)
• 6 ears Corn (, peeled and cut into thirds)
• 1 lb Andouille sausage
• 2 lbs Snow crab clusters/legs
• 1 lb Lobster tails
• 1 lb Mussels (, optional)
• 1 lb Clams (, optional)
• 2 lbs Jumbo shrimp
• 2 cups Butter (, 4 sticks)
• 8 Garlic cloves (, diced finely)
• 1/4 cup Cajun seasoning
• 2 tbsp Old bay seasoning
• 1 tbsp Red Pepper Flakes (, optional)
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
• Salt (, to taste (I used 1 tsp))
• 2 cups Reserved broth (, from above)
• Fresh parsley (, garnish)
• 1/2 cup Hot sauce (, for serving)

Instruction:

1. Roll out newspaper or a large serving tray and place seafood on top.
2. Pour sauce over the seafood and enjoy! Use any leftover sauce as a dip for the seafood. Serve with hot sauce (optional)

Garlic Butter Seafood Boil

Garlic butter seafood boil and sauce. Add this spicy sauce to your favorite seafood boil, and use some on the side to dip the yumminess in!

Prep: 20min

Total: 40min

Serving Size: 6 people

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 6 people

Ingredients:

• 5 clusters Snow crab legs, washed thoroughly
• 1 pound Shrimp, deveined, tail on
• 1 pound Andouille sausage, cut into thick slices
• 6 Corn on the cob
• 6 Baby red potatoes
• 3 tablespoons Garlic, diced
• 1 whole Onion, diced
• 1 Lemon, juiced
• 4 sticks Butter
• 1/4 cup Olive oil
• 2 cups Chicken broth, optional (see notes below)
• 1-2 dashes Tabasco sauce
• 5 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
• 1 whole Lemon, juiced
• 3 Bay leaves
• 4 sticks Butter, unsalted
• 1/4 cup Olive oil
• 1 whole Onion, diced
• 3 tablespoons Garlic, diced
• 1 Lemon, juiced
• 2 cups Chicken broth, optional (see notes below)
• 3 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
• 3 tablespoons Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon Red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon Lemon pepper seasoning, (optional depending on fresh lemon juice)
• 1-2 dashes Tobasco sauce

Instruction:

1. Fill up a large stock pot with water, leaving enough room at the top to add the seafood. Add old bay seasoning, lemon, and bay leaves. Bring to a light boil.
2. Place the corn and red potatoes into the seasoned water. Boil for 10 minutes.
3. Add the crab legs and sausage . Cover with a lid and boil for an additional 15 minutes.
4. Add the shrimp. Boil for 5 minutes (shrimp will turn pink, do not overcook).
5. Drain the water and remove bay leaves. Transfer to serving dish or leave in the stock pot.
6. Pour that delicious garlic butter sauce all over, and/or reserve some sauce on the side to dip the seafood in (recipe below).
7. Melt one stick of butter and olive oil in a skillet on medium heat. Add onions and sauté until they become translucent.
8. Add Garlic and saute for 30 seconds, stirring constantly so garlic doesn’t burn. Add juice of the lemon, and all the seasonings. Adjust cayenne and red pepper to your level of spiciness.
9. Add remaining 3 sticks of butter. Simmer until butter is melted, stir constantly.
10. If using chicken broth, gently stir it into the mixture now. Pour over your favorite seafood and/or reserve some for dipping.
11. Enjoy!

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FAQ

What is seafood boil sauce made of?

What goes with a seafood boil?

• Easy Homemade Cheesy Garlic Bread. …
• Smoked Mac and Cheese. …
• Fried Okra. …
• Souther Sweet Onion Hush Puppies. …
• Cilantro Lime Rice. …
• Easy Homemade Biscuits. …
• Spicy Coleslaw. …
• Brown Butter Garlic and Herb Mashed Potatoes.

Why put eggs in seafood boil?

What are the different types of seafood boils?

• Louisiana Seafood Boil. This Louisiana seafood boil recipe features crab and shrimp accompanied by corn, onion, celery, potatoes and a whole host of spices and herbs. …
• Texas Crawfish Boil. …
• Great Lakes White Fish Boil. …
• Florida Shrimp Boil.