Authentic Shaking Crab Quick Cajun Seafood Delight House
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Author:jamal
Total Time:1 hour 30 minutes
Description
Experience authentic Shaking Crab at our Cajun seafood delight house Quick service bold flavors await Dive into a unique seafood adventure
Ingredients
Scale
2 pounds of live crabs (or 2 pounds of cleaned crab meat for a shortcut)
1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pound of mussels or clams, cleaned
4 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
4 cloves of garlic, minced
2 tablespoons of lemon juice
1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (or to taste)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
1 lemon, cut into wedges (for serving)
Use imitation crab meat for a cost-effective option.
Swap shrimp for scallops or lobster.
Replace Cajun seasoning with a similar spice blend like Creole or Old Bay.
Instructions
Begin by gathering all your ingredients. Ensure that your seafood is fresh and cleaned properly. If using live crabs, prepare them by placing them in a cooler with ice before cooking.
In a large pot over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, add in the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. This should take about 1-2 minutes. Next, sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper, stirring well to combine.
Once your sauce is ready, add in the crabs and stir to coat them evenly in the spicy butter sauce. Cook for about 3-5 minutes, then add the shrimp and mussels. Cover the pot and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are pink and the mussels have opened.
After the seafood is cooked, remove the pot from heat. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the seafood mixture and stir well. Garnish with chopped parsley to enhance both the flavor and presentation.
Transfer your Cajun seafood medley to a large serving platter or bowl. Serve with lemon wedges on the side, allowing guests to squeeze fresh juice over their servings for an added zing.
