Homemade Joe’s Crab Shack-Style Meal

Ingredients:

For the Crab Boil:

• 1 lb crab legs (snow or king crab)
• 2-3 ears of corn, cut in half
• 1 lb small red potatoes
• 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, quartered
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• 4-5 liters water
• Salt (to taste)

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt (to taste)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crab Boil:

• In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add Old Bay seasoning, garlic, onion, and salt.
• Add potatoes and corn to the boiling water. Cook for about 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
• Add the crab legs and shrimp. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.
• Turn off the heat and let it sit for a few minutes.

1. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:

• In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
• Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
• Stir in Old Bay seasoning, parsley, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well.

1. Serve:

• Strain the crab boil and arrange it on a large platter.
• Serve with lemon wedges and the garlic butter sauce on the side for dipping.

Optional Sides:

• Coleslaw
• Hush puppies

Enjoy your homemade crab feast!