Old Bay Dungeness Crab Boil with NC Shrimp
Old Bay Dungeness Crab Boil with NC Shrimp
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4-6
10 minutes
15 minutes
American
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Old Bay Dungeness Crab Boil with NC Shrimp
Bring the flavors of a classic seafood boil to your kitchen with this easy Old Bay Dungeness Crab Boil featuring sweet Sizzlefish Dungeness crab clusters and tender North Carolina shrimp. This one-pot meal comes together in just 25 minutes and is packed with everything you want in a seafood boil—sweet corn, tender baby potatoes, onion, plenty of Old Bay seasoning, and of course, lots of buttery seafood.
The best part? There’s no need for a huge outdoor seafood-boil setup. Everything cooks together in one Dutch oven, making this recipe an easy option for a casual weeknight dinner or a fun meal to share with family and friends.
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A Simple One-Pot Seafood Boil
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This recipe starts by creating a flavorful Old Bay-infused broth. Corn, onion, and baby potatoes simmer together until tender, allowing the vegetables to soak up all those savory, aromatic flavors of the old bay seasoning.
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Once the vegetables are nearly finished, the seafood goes right into the pot. The NC shrimp and Dungeness crab are added during the final few minutes, so they stay tender and flavorful. The result is a satisfying seafood dinner with minimal cleanup.
Since the Sizzlefish Dungeness crab is already cooked, it only needs to be gently heated through. The shrimp, meanwhile, cooks quickly alongside the crab, making the timing of this recipe especially convenient.
Ingredient Substitutions
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Dungeness crab clusters: Snow crab legs or king crab legs can be used in their place.Â
NC shrimp: Any raw peeled or shell-on shrimp can be substituted. Jumbo or large shrimp work particularly well.
Baby potatoes: Red potatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes, or fingerling potatoes can be used. Cut larger potatoes into bite-sized pieces so they cook evenly.
Fresh corn: Frozen corn on the cob can be substituted.Â
Old Bay seasoning: Use another seafood seasoning blend, such as a Cajun or Creole seasoning, if desired. Keep in mind that the flavor and saltiness may vary.
Filtered water: Seafood stock or chicken broth can be used for an even more flavorful cooking liquid.
Butter: For a dairy-free option, serve with melted ghee or your favorite dairy-free butter alternative.
Fresh parsley: Chives can be used for garnish
What to Serve with a Seafood Boil
This crab and shrimp boil is practically a complete meal on its own, but a few simple additions can make it feel even more special. Serve it with extra melted butter, plenty of lemon wedges, crusty bread, or a crisp green salad.
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, peeled and coarsely chopped
- ½ -pound baby potatoes, halved
- 2 corn cobs, chopped into large pieces
- 6 cups filtered water
- 1-2 Tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
- 2 portions Sizzlefish Dungeness Crab Clusters, thawed
- 1-pound Sizzlefish NC Shrimp, thawed
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
- Melted butter
- Lemon wedges
Directions
Gather ingredients.
Rinse seafood thoroughly and set aside. Add corn cobs, onion, and potatoes to a Dutch oven. Cover with water and add 1 tablespoon old bay seasoning. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Taste and add additional old bay seasoning as needed. Boil for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Reduce heat to low. Add shrimp and crab to Dutch oven. Cover with lid and boil for 5 minutes longer or until seafood is cooked through.
Use tongs and a large, slotted spoon to transfer seafood boil to a platter. Serve hot drizzled with melted butter and lemon wedges. Garnish with chopped parsley.
