Garlic Butter Cajun Seafood Boil

Instructions

Cook vegetables

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add baby potatoes and corn. Cook until tender (potatoes about 12–15 minutes, corn about 8–10 minutes). Remove and set aside.

Cook seafood

In the same boiling water, add crab legs and lobster tails. Cook for 5–6 minutes. Add shrimp and mussels and cook 3–4 minutes until shrimp turn pink and mussels open. Drain and transfer everything to a large aluminum tray.

Prepare garlic butter Cajun sauce

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

Stir in Cajun seasoning, Old Bay, smoked paprika, cayenne, brown sugar, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thick and aromatic.

Combine

Pour the hot garlic butter sauce over the seafood, corn, and potatoes.

Toss gently to coat every piece with the rich, spiced butter.

Serve

Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and arrange lemon wedges around the tray.

Serve immediately while steaming hot, with crusty bread or extra sauce for dipping.