Cajun Crab Boil Chowder Recipe
Make Cajun Crab Boil Chowder Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning and Aromatics
Liquids
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Crab
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the Dungeness crabs and cook for 10-15 minutes until fully cooked. Remove the crabs, cool, and crack them open to extract the meat. Set the crab meat aside.
- 2
- 3
Cook the Sausage
In a large pot, over medium heat, add the Andouille sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Cooking the Chowder
- 4
- 5
Add Seasonings
Stir in the Cajun seasoning and bay leaves, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- 6
Combine Ingredients
Add the diced potatoes, corn, cooked sausage, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- 7
Simmer
Bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for about 20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
- 8
Add Crab Meat
Once the potatoes are tender, gently fold in the crab meat and lemon juice. Heat through for an additional 5 minutes.
Finishing Touches
- 9
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat, discard the bay leaves, and ladle the chowder into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley and chopped green onions before serving.