Shrimp and Crab Boil

Julie Wunder

This Shrimp and Crab Boil is downright epic for seafood lovers! Loaded with jumbo shrimp, crab legs, potatoes, corn, and homemade Old Bay Shrimp Seasoning, this indulgent meal will take you straight to the beach!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine American, Cajun

Servings

Ingredients

1 lemon, halved
½ cup seafood boil seasoing or Old Bay
1 tablespoon salt
1.5 pounds potatoes, halved
1 onion, quartered
2 corn ears, halved
2 pounds shrimp
2 pounds crab legs
4 garlic cloves, no skin, smashed

Instructions

Fill an extra-large stockpot about halfway with water and bring the water to a boil. Add the lemon, seafood seasoning, and salt.
Add the potatoes, onion, and corn to the pot. Cook for 18 minutes, until just starting to turn tender.
Add the crab legs to the pot. Allow them to cook for 5 minutes.
Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for just 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn opaque and pink.
Remove the pot from the heat and drain off the liquid.
Pour the Shrimp and Crab Boil into a serving dish.
Serve with melted butter and enjoy!

Notes

Storage & Leftovers

This is best enjoyed hot and fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. I would not try to freeze this.

Keyword Shrimp and Crab Boil

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