Seafood Boil In Oven With Crab Legs
Nothing screams summer quite like a seafood boil. But what if you don't have access to a crab pot or a large outdoor cooker? Fear not! You can easily make a seafood boil in an oven with crab legs. This easy and foolproof recipe will give you that coastal flavor you crave, no matter where you are.
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds of crab legs
- 1 pound of shrimp
- 1 pound of clams
- 1 pound of mussels
- 4 ears of corn, cut into thirds
- 1 pound of baby potatoes
- 1 onion, quartered
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- 1/2 cup of butter, melted
- 1/4 cup of Old Bay seasoning (or more, to taste)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the melted butter and Old Bay seasoning until it forms a paste.
3. Add the potatoes, onion, and corn to the bowl and toss until coated with the seasoning mixture.
4. Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake for 15 minutes, then stir the vegetables and add the clams and mussels. Bake for another 5 minutes.
6. Add the crab legs and shrimp to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through and the crab legs are heated through.
7. Remove from the oven and squeeze the lemon wedges over the seafood and vegetables.
8. Serve hot with additional melted butter and Old Bay seasoning, if desired.
Tips:
- Make sure to use a large baking sheet so that everything can cook in a single layer.
- If you can't find fresh crab legs, frozen crab legs work just as well.
- You can also add other seafood, such as lobster tails or scallops, to the mix.
- If you want to make this dish spicier, add some cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the butter mixture.
Now that you know how to make a seafood boil in an oven with crab legs, you can enjoy this delicious dish any time of the year. It's perfect for a summer party, a cozy winter dinner, or any occasion in between. Give it a try and enjoy the taste of the coast, no matter where you are.
