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Ultimate Seafood Boil Recipe

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Ingredients for Seafood Boil

Here’s what you’ll need to prepare this delicious seafood boil:

  • 1 lb large shrimp – Shell on, deveined.
  • 1 lb snow crab legs – Or your favorite type of crab.
  • 1 lb lobster tails – Split in half for easy cooking.
  • 1 lb smoked sausage – Sliced into 1-inch pieces.
  • 1 lb baby potatoes – Red or yellow potatoes work well.
  • 4 ears of corn – Cut into thirds.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter – For a rich, buttery broth.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced – Adds depth to the flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning – A classic seasoning blend for seafood boils.
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning – Optional, for added spice.
  • 1 lemon, sliced – For flavoring the broth.
  • Fresh parsley, chopped – For garnish.

Optional Add-Ons:

  • Clams – Adds a briny flavor.
  • Mussels – An extra shellfish option.
  • Onion, quartered – For more flavor in the broth.
  • Additional seafood seasonings – Such as bay leaves or garlic powder.