A seafood boil is a fun way to bring everyone around the table. This garlic butter seafood boil recipe combines frozen lobster tails, prawns, corn and taro with a simple garlic butter sauce. It’s an easy recipe to prepare for a family dinner, a weekend gathering, or a relaxed meal with friends.
Quick Cooking Guide
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 25–30 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
For the Seafood Boil
- 4 lobster tails, thawed
- 680g raw prawn cutlets, thawed
- 907g potato, peeled and chopped
- 4 corn cobs, halved
- 227g butter
- 1 tbsp garlic
- 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp seafood/Cajun seasoning
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
- Salt, to taste
For the Garlic Butter
- 227g butter
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
How to Make a Seafood Boil
- Prepare the Seasoned Broth
- Fill a large pot with enough water to cook the potato and corn. Add the seafood or Cajun seasoning, 1 tbsp of minced garlic, the juice of half the lemon, and a little salt.
- Bring the water to a boil, then simmer for a few minutes to allow the seasoning and garlic to flavour the broth.
- Cook the Potato and Corn
- Add the chopped potato to the seasoned broth and cook until it is almost tender.
- Add the corn and continue cooking until both the potato and corn are fully tender. The exact cooking time can vary depending on the size of the potato pieces, so check them with a fork before adding the seafood.
- Make sure the potato is thoroughly cooked before serving.
- Add the Seafood
- Add the thawed lobster tails and prawns towards the end of the cooking process.
- Cook until the prawns are pink, firm and cooked through, and the lobster meat is firm in the centre. Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the lobster tails and prawns.
- Avoid overcooking the seafood, as it can become tough.
- Make the Garlic Butter
- While the seafood is cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Add the remaining 1 tbsp of minced garlic and cook gently for 1–2 minutes, or until fragrant. Avoid browning or burning the garlic.
- Drain the cooked seafood and vegetables well, then transfer everything to a large serving tray.
- Pour the warm garlic butter over the seafood and vegetables. Finish with the juice from the remaining lemon half and chopped fresh parsley.
Simple Easy Tips for a Better Seafood Boil
- Cut the potato into similar-sized pieces so it cooks evenly.
- Cook the potato and corn until tender before adding the seafood.
- Add the lobster and prawns near the end to help prevent overcooking.
- Prepare the garlic butter while the seafood is cooking.
- Drain the seafood and vegetables well before adding the garlic butter.
- Serve soon after cooking for the best texture.
Can I Use Frozen Seafood?
Yes. Frozen lobster tails and prawns are convenient to keep in the freezer until you’re ready to cook. Thaw the seafood according to the product packaging instructions before adding it to the boil.
Can I Make It Without Taro?
Yes. Potato is an easy substitute for taro. Cut it into similar-sized pieces and cook until completely tender before adding the seafood.
This garlic butter seafood boil recipe brings together lobster, prawns and hearty vegetables in one easy meal. Serve it in the middle of the table with extra lemon wedges and let everyone help themselves.
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