How to Make the BEST Pounds of Crawfish or Shrimp Feast

Yo, seafood lovers! Today, we’re diving into a mouthwatering recipe that’s perfect for feeding a crowd (or just yourself if you’re feeling extra hungry!)

. Whether you’re team crawfish or shrimp, this is a vibe. Let’s get messy and make a seafood boil like a pro!

What You’ll Need:

For the Seafood:

• 5 lbs crawfish or shrimp (peeled & deveined for shrimp)
• 4-5 small potatoes (cut in half if big)
• 3 ears of corn (cut into thirds)
• 1 lb smoked sausage (sliced into chunks)

• 1/4 cup Cajun seasoning (like Slap Ya Mama or Old Bay)
• 2 tbsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 2 lemons (halved)
• 5 bay leaves
• 1/4 cup butter (melted)
• Optional: 1 tbsp cayenne pepper (if you want that heat🔥)

For the Boil Seasoning:

For the Dipping Sauce:

• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 2 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Let’s Cook:

1. Prep the Goods:
   Wash your crawfish or shrimp and set them aside. Chop your veggies and sausage into manageable pieces so they cook evenly.

1. Boil the Water:
   Fill a HUGE pot with water—like the biggest one you’ve got. Add all the boil seasoning ingredients (Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, lemons, bay leaves, and butter) to the water. Bring it to a rolling boil.

1. Cook the Veggies:
   Toss in the potatoes and sausage first because they take longer to cook. Let them boil for about 10-12 minutes. Then, add the corn and cook for another 5 minutes.

1. Add the Seafood:
   Finally, throw in your crawfish or shrimp. If you’re doing shrimp, they cook in like 2-3 minutes (until pink). Crawfish will take 5-7 minutes. Don’t overcook, or you’ll have rubbery seafood (ew).

1. Drain and Serve:
   Once everything’s cooked, drain the pot and dump all the goodies onto a big tray or even straight onto some newspaper (if you wanna be legit).

1. Make the Sauce:
   Mix melted butter, minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, and lemon juice in a bowl. Drizzle it over your seafood or use it as a dip. Either way, it’s fire.

Pro Tips:

• Don’t forget the napkins. Things are gonna get messy.
• Serve with crusty bread or rice if you want to soak up that spicy goodness.
• Got leftovers? Toss them in pasta or make a seafood gumbo—yum!

Enjoy your epic seafood feast, and don’t forget to tag me in your pics! Happy munching!