Description
A flavorful and zesty sauce perfect for seafood boils, enhancing the taste of shrimp, crab, and other shellfish.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup minced garlic
- 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the Old Bay seasoning, paprika, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Allow the sauce to simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
- Drizzle over cooked seafood or serve as a dipping sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the level of cayenne pepper according to your spice preference.
- This sauce can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Reheat gently before serving if made ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Sauce
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: seafood boil sauce recipe, seafood sauce, shrimp sauce, crab boil sauce, easy seafood sauce