Garlic Butter Cajun Seafood Boil

This Garlic Butter Cajun Seafood Boil is a Southern-style feast loaded with shell-on shrimp, sweet crab legs, tender lobster tails, mussels, baby potatoes, and corn — all coated in a rich, spiced Cajun garlic butter sauce. Every bite bursts with smoky, buttery flavor balanced by the brightness of lemon and the warmth of classic seasonings. Served in a large tray and designed for sharing, it’s perfect for gatherings, backyard feasts, or anytime you want to bring the full-on seafood boil experience to your table.

Ingredients

Seafood & Vegetables:

• 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, shell-on
• 1 lb (450 g) snow crab legs
• 1 lb (450 g) mussels, cleaned
• 2 lobster tails, halved
• 4 small corn cobs, cut into halves
• 1 lb (450 g) baby potatoes, halved
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce:

• 1 cup (230 g) unsalted butter
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions