Louisiana Cajun Boil Recipe
A classic Cajun dish with shrimp, crab, and spices boiled to perfection.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Boiling Liquid
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add salt, Cajun seasoning, bay leaves, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- 2
- 3
Add the Corn
Add the corn on the cob halves to the pot and continue to boil for another 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the Crab Legs
Carefully add the crab legs to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the Shrimp
Finally, add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Drain the contents of the pot and transfer to a large serving platter. Garnish with lemon wedges and chopped parsley before serving.