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Classic Louisiana Crawfish Boil Recipe Easy Homemade Corn Potatoes Andouille

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A hearty and flavorful Louisiana crawfish boil featuring live crawfish, smoky andouille sausage, sweet corn, and tender potatoes, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 5 pounds live Louisiana crawfish
  • 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 1.5 pounds yellow new potatoes, washed
  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cut into thirds
  • 1/2 cup Cajun seasoning blend (paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano)
  • 1/4 cup sea salt
  • 6–8 garlic cloves, smashed but left in skins
  • 2 lemons, quartered
  • 3 dried bay leaves
  • Hot sauce (optional)
  • 4–5 quarts water

Instructions

  1. Clean the crawfish by rinsing in cool water and removing any dead ones. Use a large colander and gently swirl to wash off dirt (about 15 minutes).
  2. Fill a large pot with 4-5 quarts of water. Add Cajun seasoning, sea salt, garlic cloves, bay leaves, and lemons. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add potatoes to the boiling water and cook uncovered for 10 minutes, testing tenderness with a fork.
  4. Add corn pieces and andouille sausage to the pot. Boil for another 10 minutes until corn is tender and sausage is heated through.
  5. Add cleaned crawfish in batches, stir gently, and boil for 5 minutes. Turn off heat and let crawfish soak in the seasoned water for 15-20 minutes to absorb flavors.
  6. Drain all ingredients using a basket or strainer and spread out on newspaper-covered table or large tray. Serve immediately.

Notes

Turn off heat and let crawfish soak in seasoned water for 15-20 minutes to infuse flavor without overcooking. Add boiling water if water level drops during soaking. Outdoor cooking is recommended for best results and safety. Fresh Cajun seasoning is preferred for vibrant flavor. For a low-sodium option, reduce salt but keep seasoning strong. Frozen crawfish or peeled shrimp can be used as substitutes.

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