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Easy Seafood Boil Sauce Recipe - Quick and Flavorful

Easy Seafood Boil Sauce Recipe: A Flavorful Southern Classic

Description

Hello, seafood lovers! If you’re looking to enhance your next seafood feast, you’ve come to the right place. This Easy Seafood Boil Sauce is the perfect addition to your seafood boil, shrimp, crab legs, or lobster dishes. With layers of flavor, including garlic, butter, and a mix of spices, this sauce will make your seafood dishes irresistible. Plus, it’s quick to prepare, making it the ideal companion for your next family gathering or casual dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

 

  • 1 cup salted butter
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 Tablespoons)
  • 2 Tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ cup chicken stock (or shellfish stock)
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley, minced

Feel free to substitute ingredients to accommodate dietary restrictions. For example, you can swap chicken stock for vegetable broth to make it vegetarian-friendly or adjust the heat level by reducing the cayenne.

Instructions

 

Step 1: Melt the butter
In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2: Add shallots and garlic
Once the butter is melted, add minced shallots and cook for 2-3 minutes until they soften. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 3: Add the spices
Stir in Old Bay seasoning, brown sugar, paprika, red pepper flakes, onion powder, chili powder, and cayenne. Let the spices cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.

Step 4: Add stock and simmer
Pour in the chicken stock (or shellfish stock) and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.

Step 5: Add lemon and parsley
Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Pro Tip: Always taste the sauce before serving and adjust seasonings according to your preference.

Equipment

Notes

  • Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh garlic and parsley for the most vibrant flavors.
  • Adjust the Heat: If you’re not a fan of spicy food, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
  • Enhance with Stock: Use shellfish stock instead of chicken stock for a more authentic seafood flavor.

Find it online: https://optimalrecipes.com/easy-seafood-boil-sauce-recipe-quick-and-flavorful/