Delicious Seafood Boil Sauce Recipe Made Easy
Learn how to make the perfect seafood boil sauce that will elevate your shrimp, crab, and crawfish boils. Discover essential ingredients, regional variations, and tips for achieving the perfect balance of flavors with a rich, lemon-garlic butter base.
Equipment
- - Large pot or Dutch oven
- - Sturdy whisk
- - Slotted spoon
- - Meat thermometer
- - Stirring spoon
Ingredients
- - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- - 4 cloves garlic minced
- - 1 lemon zest and juice
- - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- - 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
- - 1 teaspoon paprika
- - 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to spice preference
- - 1/2 cup seafood cooking liquid or broth
- - Fresh herbs: parsley thyme (optional)
- - Salt and pepper to taste
- - 1/4 cup white wine or dry sherry optional
Instructions
- **Melt Butter**: In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
- **Add Garlic**: Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- **Add Lemon**: Add the zest and juice of 1 lemon and stir to combine.
- **Season**: Add the Cajun seasoning, Old Bay, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Stir to mix thoroughly.
- **Add Liquids**: Pour in the seafood cooking liquid (or broth) and white wine (if using). Bring to a simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- **Finish**: Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add fresh herbs and stir to incorporate. Remove from heat.
- **Serve**: Pour the sauce over cooked seafood or serve on the side for dipping. Garnish with additional fresh herbs or lemon slices.