If you’re a seafood enthusiast, a seafood boil is the ultimate culinary experience. This dish brings together an array of delectable ocean treasures, cooked to perfection with a medley of aromatic spices. In this blog post, we’ll take you through the steps to create a mouthwatering seafood boil that’s perfect for gatherings, celebrations, or even a special family dinner.

Who Will Love This Recipe?

This Seafood Boil is a dream come true for:

Seafood Aficionados: If you can’t resist the flavors of the sea, this dish will be your go-to favorite.
Entertainers: Planning a backyard gathering or summer party? This seafood boil is a crowd-pleaser that impresses guests every time.
Home Cooks: If you enjoy experimenting with bold flavors and trying new recipes, this one will be a thrilling adventure.
Family Gatherings: Make any family gathering memorable with this seafood extravaganza that’s sure to satisfy everyone’s cravings.

What Makes It Special?

Our Seafood Boil stands out because of its:

Perfectly Balanced Seasoning: We use a blend of Old Bay seasoning, garlic, and onion to infuse the seafood with a harmonious mix of spices.
Variety of Seafood: From lobster tails and clams to crab legs and shrimp, this boil offers a diverse selection that caters to different tastes.
Flavorful Broth: We create a flavorful broth by infusing water with lemon, spices, and aromatics, which is then used to enhance the dish’s overall taste.
Buttery Finish: A touch of melted butter in the broth adds a rich and creamy dimension to the seafood.

Tips for a Perfect Seafood Boil

To ensure your Seafood Boil is a spectacular success, consider these helpful tips:

Fresh Seafood: Whenever possible, use fresh seafood for the best flavor. However, frozen seafood can also work well if fresh isn’t readily available.
Adjust Spice Level: You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less Old Bay seasoning to suit your preferences.
Serve with Dipping Sauces: Offer a variety of dipping sauces like garlic butter, cocktail sauce, or hot sauce to accompany the seafood.
Crackers and Bread: Serve your seafood with crusty bread or crackers to soak up the flavorful broth.
Protect Your Table: If you’re serving this seafood boil directly on your table, consider covering the table with newspaper or a plastic tablecloth for easy cleanup.

Seafood Boil

Serves: 5 Prep Time: 10mins Cooking Time: 20mins 20mins

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Ingredients

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

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Broth

Begin by cutting 2 lemons into quarters. Slice the remaining lemon into wedges and set them aside for garnish.

In a large pot, add 14-16 cups of water. Place the quartered lemons in the water along with the Old Bay seasoning, smashed garlic, and onion. Bring the water to a boil.

Step 2: Add Potatoes and Lobster Tails

Add the halved Yukon Gold potatoes to the pot and cook them for 8 minutes.

Follow by adding the lobster tails and cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 3: Introduce the Rest of the Ingredients

Include the clams, pre-cooked crab legs, and corn to the pot, and cook for another 5 minutes.

Finally, add the shrimp and sausage, cooking for 2-3 more minutes until the shrimp turn pink.

Step 4: Drain and Reserve Broth

Carefully drain the seafood mixture from the pot, but be sure to reserve 1 cup of the flavorful broth.

Step 5: Create a Flavorful Finish

In a small bowl, melt the butter, then whisk it into the reserved broth.

Step 6: Garnish and Serve

Pour the buttery broth over the seafood mixture in a large serving platter or directly onto the table if you're going for a traditional seafood boil experience.

Garnish with chopped parsley, lemon wedges, and an extra sprinkle of Old Bay seasoning.