Crab and Shrimp Boil with New Potatoes Recipe

Name: Crab and Shrimp Boil with New Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 quarts water; 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning; 1/4 cup kosher salt; 1 head garlic, halved through the equator; 1 tablespoon chile flakes; 1 bunch parsley, tied; 1 1/2 pounds new potatoes, cleaned; 8 to 10 large blue crabs, cleaned; 2 pounds (about 2 dozen) jumbo shrimp, heads removed, shell-on; Melted butter, to serve; Toasted bread, to serve; Lemon wedges, to serve

Servings: persons

8 quarts water
1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning
1/4 cup kosher salt
1 head garlic, halved through the equator
1 tablespoon chile flakes
1 bunch parsley, tied
1 1/2 pounds new potatoes, cleaned
8 to 10 large blue crabs, cleaned
2 pounds (about 2 dozen) jumbo shrimp, heads removed, shell-on
Melted butter, to serve
Toasted bread, to serve
Lemon wedges, to serve

1
Bring the water to a boil in a very large stockpot.
2
Add the Old Bay, salt, garlic, chile flakes and parsley and boil for 10 minutes to infuse.
3
Add the potatoes and cook another 10 minutes.
4
Add the crabs; cook 10 minutes more, or until the crabs are cooked through.
5
Carefully remove the crabs with tongs; then add the shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until just opaque.
6
Drain immediately.
7
Serve the crab, shrimp and potatoes with melted butter, toasted bread and lemon wedges.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 quarts water, 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning, 1/4 cup kosher salt, 1 head garlic, halved through the equator, and more.

Yes, Crab and Shrimp Boil with New Potatoes falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Crab and Shrimp Boil with New Potatoes

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