Copycat Boiling Crab Recipe
Recreate the irresistible flavors of your favorite seafood boil with this Copycat Boiling Crab Recipe, a crowd-pleasing feast that's perfect for sharing! Overflowing with succulent shrimp or king crab, sweet corn, tender red potatoes, and smoky sausage, this one-pot meal is drenched in a garlicky butter sauce spiced with Old Bay, Cajun seasoning, and a touch of cayenne for a bold kick. Juicy lemon, aromatic broth, and a splash of reserved cooking liquid make the sauce irresistibly rich and flavorful. Whether you serve it on parchment paper for a casual family-style meal or in a large platter for a dinner party, this recipe delivers all the vibrant, finger-licking goodness of a restaurant-quality seafood boil in just 50 minutes. Ideal for seafood lovers and spice enthusiasts alike, this dish transforms any gathering into a coastal-style celebration!
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds shrimp (shell-on) or crab (preferably snow or king crab)
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 6 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 ears corn on the cob, halved
- 1 pound small red potatoes
- 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 8 cups water
Directions
Step 1
In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon kosher salt and squeeze in the juice of one lemon. Toss the juiced lemon halves into the pot as well.
Step 2
Add the red potatoes to the boiling water and cook for 10 minutes.
Step 3
Add the corn on the cob and smoked sausage to the pot with the potatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes.
Step 4
Add the shrimp or crab to the boiling pot and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked. Turn off the heat, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors. Drain the pot, but set aside about 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
Step 5
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Step 6
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Step 7
Stir in Old Bay seasoning, Cajun seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, and sugar. Cook for another minute to toast the spices.
Step 8
Pour in the chicken broth and about 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking liquid. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
Step 9
Add the drained seafood, sausage, corn, and potatoes to the skillet. Mix well to coat everything in the sauce.
Step 10
Serve immediately in a large serving dish or directly on parchment paper for a casual, family-style feast. Provide lemon wedges and extra napkins for an authentic Boiling Crab experience.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (4811.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3942.1 |
| Total Fat 198.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 91.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 2166.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 12810.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 284.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 85.6g | |
| Protein 297.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 739.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 7986.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories