Crab Boil Recipe

Cajun Snow Crab Boil

Tender snow crab legs, corn and potatoes tossed in a bold Cajun garlic butter sauce.

Prep20 minutes
Cook30 minutes
Servings4 people
DifficultyEasy

This restaurant-inspired snow crab boil is built for sharing. Adjust the spice level to taste and serve everything family-style.

Ingredients

  • 2 lb snow crab legs
  • 4 small potatoes
  • 2 corn cobs, cut into pieces
  • 8 oz smoked sausage
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. Boil the potatoes in seasoned water until nearly tender.
  2. Add corn and sausage and cook for 5 minutes.
  3. Add the crab legs and steam until heated through.
  4. Melt butter with garlic, Cajun seasoning and lemon juice.
  5. Drain the boil, toss with the sauce and serve immediately.