Southern Seafood Boil with Old Bay, Shrimp, Crab & Sausage

Name: Southern Seafood Boil with Old Bay, Shrimp, Crab & Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4-6 quarts water; 24 ounces white wine/beer (2 bottles of beer or 1 bottle of wine); 1 Orange (unpeeled, cut into quarters); 2 carrots (cut into pieces); 2 stalks celery (cut into pieces); 2 head of garlic (Sliced in half); 1 Vidalia onion (cut into chunks); 3-5 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 tablespoon smoked paprika; 2 bay leaf; ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce; 4 ears corn on the cob (cut into thirds); 2 lbs new potatoes; 12 ounces andouille sausage (sliced into 1 inch slices); 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined); 1 lb crab legs; 2 lbs mussels/clams

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:25min

My Old Bay seafood boil recipe is loaded with shrimp, crab legs, mussels, smoky andouille sausage, sweet corn, and baby potatoes simmered in a seasoned broth that’s made for summer gatherings. Everything cooks together in one large pot, making it a simple way to feed a crowd without spending all day in the kitchen. Whether you’re hosting a backyard cookout or a casual family dinner, this Southern classic is one of those reliable recipes everyone looks forward to.

Updated at: Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:55:10 GMT