seafood boil
A seafood boil is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines a variety of seafood, potatoes, corn, and spices. This one-pot meal is perfect for gatherings and is best enjoyed with friends and family.
Equipment
- 1 large stockpot
- 1 colander
- 1 large serving platter
- 1 long spoon or ladle
- 1 kitchen gloves (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 pounds shrimp, deveined and shelled
- 1 pound large sea scallops
- 1 pound crab legs
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
- 4 ears corn, cut into thirds
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper adjust for spice preference
- 1 piece lemon, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 quarts water
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a large stockpot with 4 quarts of water and bring it to a boil over high heat.
- Add halved baby potatoes to the boiling water and cook for about 10 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
- Add the corn pieces to the pot and boil for an additional 5 minutes.
- Stir in the Old Bay seasoning, cayenne pepper, minced garlic, and salt to taste.
- Add the crab legs and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Finally, add the shrimp and scallops to the pot. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp are opaque and the scallops are firm.
- Once everything is cooked, carefully drain the pot using a colander.
- Transfer the seafood, potatoes, and corn to a large serving platter.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish and garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve hot, enjoying the feast with friends and family.
Notes
For a spicier boil, feel free to add hot sauce or additional cayenne pepper according to your taste.
You can customize your seafood boil by adding other ingredients such as mussels, clams, or lobster.
Serve with melted butter or cocktail sauce for dipping.