Spicy Cajun Crawfish Boil

A bold and flavorful Southern-style crawfish boil loaded with seasoned vegetables, sausage, and a buttery, citrus-infused broth.

Ingredients

🦞 5 lbs live crawfish, washed and purged

🍋 3 lemons, halved

🧅 2 whole white onions, peeled and quartered

🌽 3 ears of corn, cut into thirds

🧄 1 head garlic, halved

🌿 3 stalks celery, chopped

🥔 1 lb small purple potatoes

🥩 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced

Seasoning & Broth

🦞 1/2 cup crab seasoning (Sea-Maids, J.O. No.2, or Old Bay)

🧂 1/4 cup Cajun seasoning

🔥 1 tbsp paprika

🌶️ 1 tbsp cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)

🫒 1 tbsp garlic powder

🧈 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter

🍊 1 whole orange, halved

🧊 2 gallons water

Equipment

• Large stockpot (at least 10 gallons)

• Strainer or skimmer

• Tongs

• Large serving tray

Prep Time

Active: 15 minutes

Total: 45 minutes

Calories & Macros (per serving, approx. 1 lb crawfish + sides)

• Calories: 450

• Protein: 30g

• Carbohydrates: 40g

• Fat: 20g

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Instructions

Wash and Purge the Crawfish

1. Rinse the live crawfish in cold water 3-4 times until the water runs clear.

Prepare the Seasoned Broth

2. In a large stockpot, bring 2 gallons of water to a boil.

3. Add crab seasoning, Cajun seasoning, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, and butter.

4. Squeeze in the juice of the lemons and orange, then drop the peels into the pot.

Cook the Vegetables and Sausage

5. Add onions, corn, garlic, celery, purple potatoes, and smoked sausage to the pot.

6. Boil for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.

Cook the Crawfish

7. Add the washed crawfish to the boiling pot.

8. Cook for 5-7 minutes, then turn off the heat.

Soak for Extra Flavor

9. Let the crawfish soak in the seasoned broth for 10-15 minutes with the lid on.

10. Stir occasionally to help the flavors absorb.

Drain and Serve

11. Remove the crawfish and vegetables with a strainer or tongs and spread them onto a large serving tray.

12. Serve hot with extra butter, Cajun seasoning, and lemon wedges on the side.

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Cooking and Serving Tips

• Extra Spicy: Add more cayenne or hot sauce to the broth.

• Juicy Crawfish: Let the crawfish soak longer for a deeper flavor.

• Dipping Sauce: Melted garlic butter makes a great side sauce.

• Leftovers: Reheat in a steamer for the best texture.

This Spicy Cajun Crawfish Boil is packed with bold flavors and the perfect mix of seafood, veggies, and spice! 🦞🔥

Mrs Bakers Kitchen

Spicy Cajun Crawfish Boil