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Seafood Boil Sauce

A rich and flavorful Cajun-inspired sauce perfect for coating seafood like shrimp, crab, and lobster.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: Cajun, Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks, melted
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups seafood stock or chicken broth Use seafood stock for a richer flavor
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) For extra heat
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste salt
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter completely. Make sure it doesn't brown.
  2. Whisk in the flour and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and bubbly.
  3. Gradually whisk in the seafood stock (or chicken broth), ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Stir in the lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, Old Bay seasoning, minced garlic, cayenne pepper (if using), black pepper, and salt. Adjust seasonings to your preference.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  6. Stir in the fresh parsley and serve immediately over your cooked seafood.

Notes

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the sauce for up to 3 months. It tastes even better the next day!