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Cajun Seafood Boil brings bayou flavors to life.

Bring the bold, spicy flavors of a Southern seafood feast right to your kitchen with this easy Cajun seafood boil. Loaded with shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes, it’s a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • shrimp shell-on
  • andouille sausage sliced
  • red potatoes halved
  • corn on the cob halved
  • garlic cloves smashed
  • lemons halved
  • Old Bay or Cajun seasoning
  • butter
  • water
  • bay leaves

Method
 

  1. Fill a large stockpot with water and bring to a boil
  2. Add seasoning, garlic, lemon, and bay leaves
  3. Boil potatoes for 10 minutes, then add corn and sausage
  4. Boil for another 5 minutes, then add shrimp and cook until pink
  5. Drain and toss with melted butter and additional seasoning
  6. Serve spread out on newspaper or a large tray

Notes

  • Add crab legs or clams for more seafood variety
  • Melted garlic butter is a must for dipping
  • Serve with crusty bread and lemon wedges

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