Best cajun seafood boil recipe: 59 photos
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Seafood Boil Sauce π§π½βπ³π₯ β’ INGREDIENTS β’ 2 cups Salted Butter β’ 1 Onion , diced β’ 8 cloves Garlic , diced β’ ΒΌ cup Cajun Seasoning β’ 2 tbsps Old Bay β’ 1 tbsp Onion Powder β’ 1 tbsp Red Pepper Flakes β’ 1 cup Chicken Stock β’ 2 tbsps Lemon Juice β’ 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley , chopped β’ #seafood #seafoodboil #crablegs #sauce # ...
Shrimp, crab, and crawfish boils are a Louisiana Cajun tradition and can be found across Louisiana and can even now be found along the Gulf South.
A variety of seafood such as shrimp, crab (king crab or snow crab are often used), lobster, clams, mussels, and crawfish β along with vegetables including corn, potatoes, garlic, and mushrooms β are in a seafood boil. All ingredients are boiled in a seasoned broth and often served with lemon and parsley.
But unfortunately, this seasonal tradition is not the healthiest option for a warm-weather meal. With high levels of sodium, calories, and carbohydrates, this can be an especially dangerous choice for those with high blood pressure and heart issues.
One of the oft-overlooked proteins in seafood boils is eggs. These are great as they help soak up the flavors and thus add more flavor to the meal. You can boil the eggs at any point during the cooking process. Adding them towards the end helps, ensure they get all of the right flavors from other ingredients.