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20-Min Cajun Seafood Boil with Corn & Potatoes

Lobster or large shrimp, corn, potatoes, and spicy sausage boiled together in one pot with Cajun seasoning. Drain, toss with butter and fresh lemon, and serve hot.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
52g
20-Min Cajun Seafood Boil with Corn & Potatoes
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Fill a large pot with 6 cups water. Add Cajun seasoning and bring to a boil over high heat.

  2. Step 2

    Add potatoes and sausage. Boil for 8 minutes until potatoes are halfway tender.

  3. Step 3

    Add corn and lobster (or shrimp). Boil 4–5 minutes until lobster is opaque or shrimp turns pink.

  4. Step 4

    Drain everything in a colander. Return to the pot off heat.

  5. Step 5

    Toss with butter and a squeeze of fresh lemon. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot in a large bowl or on a platter with extra lemon wedges on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (6+ quart capacity)
  • colander
  • cutting board
  • knife

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