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Louisiana Crawfish Boil Recipe

Published: July 31, 2025 Prep Time: About 30 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Serves: 8 Difficulty: Medium Category: Main Course Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 5 pounds live crawfish
  • 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 4 bay leaves
  • 2 lemons, halved
  • 1 large onion, quartered
  • 1 head garlic, halved
  • 2 pounds small red potatoes
  • 4 ears corn, halved
  • 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced

Instructions

  1. Rinse crawfish in cold water and set aside.
  2. Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil.
  3. Add Old Bay, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and bay leaves.
  4. Add lemons, onion, and garlic.
  5. Add potatoes and cook for 10 minutes.
  6. Add corn and sausage, cook for 5 minutes.
  7. Add crawfish and cook for 3-4 minutes until they float.
  8. Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes.
  9. Drain and serve on a large platter.

Special Notes

This traditional Louisiana crawfish boil is perfect for a festive gathering. The combination of spices, vegetables, and seafood creates a flavorful feast that's perfect for sharing. The key is to not overcook the crawfish and to let them steep in the seasoned water. It's a great way to experience authentic Cajun cuisine and create lasting memories with friends and family.