Birthday Boil – A – Rama Recipe
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Vegetables
Spices & Seasonings
Others
Method
Preparation
Prepare the Seafood
In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, crabs, and mussels. Rinse them under cold water and set aside.
Prep the Vegetables
Wash and cut the red potatoes in half, cut the corn into thirds, quarter the onion, and keep the garlic cloves whole. Set all vegetables aside.
Cooking
Boil the Water
In a large pot, combine 6 quarts of water, Old Bay seasoning, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat.
Cook the Potatoes
Once the water is boiling, add the halved potatoes. Cook for about 15 minutes or until they are tender.
Add the Garlic
Next, add the whole garlic cloves. Allow them to cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Add the Seafood
Finally, add the shrimp, crabs, and mussels into the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and the mussels have opened.
Serving
Drain and Serve
Carefully drain the pot and transfer the seafood and vegetables to a large serving platter. Drizzle melted butter over the top and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
Enjoy!
Serve the Birthday Boil – a – Rama hot, and enjoy with family and friends!