The Cajun Boil Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Broth

   In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add Cajun seasoning, salt, bay leaves, and crushed garlic cloves.

2. 2

   Cook the Crawfish

   Once the broth is boiling, add the crawfish and cook for about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add Mussels and Shrimp

   Next, add the black mussels and head-off shrimp to the pot. Squeeze the juice of the lemons into the pot and add the lemon halves as well.

4. 4

   Final Cooking

   Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the mussels have opened and the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

5. 5

   Garnish and Serve

   Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley. Serve hot, preferably with a side of crusty bread.