Feeding a large family doesn’t have to mean spending a lot on seafood. This budget seafood boil recipe uses frozen prawns, potatoes, corn and onion to create a filling meal that is easy to share.
It’s a practical option when you’re looking for easy family seafood meals that won’t stretch the grocery budget.
Quick Cooking Guide
- Prep time: 10–15 minutes
- Cook time: About 20 minutes
- Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 450g raw peeled prawn cutlets, thawed
- 680g potatoes, quartered or halved depending on size
- 3 corn cobs, halved
- 285g onion, cut into wedges
- 115g butter
- 1 head garlic, halved or cloves minced
- 2 lemons, quartered
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
How to Make a Budget Seafood Boil
- Cook the Potatoes and Onion
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the potatoes and onion and cook for about 10–12 minutes, or until the potatoes are almost tender.
- Add the Corn
- Add the corn and continue cooking for 3–5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the Prawns
- Add the thawed raw peeled prawn cutlets to the pot.
- Cook for about 2–3 minutes, or until the prawns are cooked through.
- Drain the prawns and vegetables well.
- Make the Garlic Butter
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Add the garlic and cook gently until fragrant, without browning it.
- Pour the garlic butter over the prawns and vegetables.
- Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.
How to Feed a Family on a Budget
The key is to balance the seafood with filling, affordable ingredients.
- Use plenty of potatoes and corn to make the meal go further.
- Buy larger packs of prawns when they offer better value.
- Choose seafood based on what’s available and affordable.
- Check Seafood Factory Outlet’s monthly specials before planning your meal to see which seafood options offer the best value.
Easy Simple Tips for a Better Seafood Boil
- Cut the potatoes into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly.
- Add the prawns towards the end to help prevent overcooking.
- Drain the ingredients well before adding the garlic butter.
- Prepare the garlic butter while the vegetables are cooking.
- Serve everything together on a large tray for easy sharing.
Can I Add Other Vegetables?
Absolutely. Carrots, mushrooms, or pumpkin can be added depending on what you have available. Just keep cooking times in mind. Vegetables that take longer should go into the pot first.
How Much Seafood Should I Use?
This budget-friendly version uses 450g of prawn cutlets for six servings, with potatoes and corn helping make the meal more filling. If you prefer a more seafood-heavy boil, increase the amount of prawns to suit your group and budget.
A seafood boil doesn’t need lobster or expensive ingredients to feel special. Prawns, potatoes, corn and a little garlic butter can make a generous meal for the whole family. It’s a simple way to feed a crowd on a budget while still putting seafood at the centre of the table.
For more easy family seafood meals, explore the Seafood Factory Outlet range and check the latest specials before your next shop.