Jul 14 2026
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Seafood Boil Recipe

Inspired by The Roasted Crab
Time45m
Serves4

A mix of shrimp, crab, and mussels boiled in our special seasoning.

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Seasoning

Dipping Sauce (optional)

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Seafood

    Clean and prepare the shrimp, crab legs, and mussels. Ensure shrimp are peeled and deveined, and mussels are cleaned and debearded.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Seasoning

    In a large pot, combine water, Old Bay seasoning, minced garlic, bay leaves, and salt. Stir well to mix the seasonings.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Boil the Water

    Bring the seasoned water to a rolling boil over high heat.

  2. 4

    Add the Seafood

    Once boiling, add the crab legs to the pot and cook for 5 minutes. Then, add the mussels and cook for an additional 3 minutes.

  3. 5

    Add the Shrimp

    Finally, add the shrimp to the pot and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

  4. 6

    Add Lemon

    In the last minute of cooking, add the sliced lemon to the pot for flavor.

Serving

  1. 7

    Drain and Serve

    Carefully drain the seafood and transfer to a large serving platter. Optional: Serve with melted butter dipping sauce made by combining melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and chopped parsley.

  2. 8

    Enjoy!

    Serve hot and enjoy your delicious seafood boil with family and friends!

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