Asian Cajun Seafood Boil Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp, deveined and shell-on for maximum flavor
• 1 lb crab legs, pre-cooked or fresh
• 1 lb mussels, cleaned and debearded
• 1/2 lb squid rings, optional for added texture
• Paprika 2 tbsp Base color and smoky warmth
• Cayenne pepper 1 tsp Adds heat
• Garlic powder 1 tsp Earthy pungency
• Onion powder 1 tsp Sweet depth
• Dried oregano 1 tsp Herbal notes
• Ground black pepper 1 tsp Sharpness
• Ground white pepper 1/2 tsp Subtle heat
• Ground ginger 1 tsp Asian spice warmth
• Five-spice powder 1/2 tsp Sweet and aromatic complexity
• Salt 1 tbsp Enhances all flavors
• 3 ears of corn, cut into thirds
• 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup baby potatoes, halved
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 6 cloves garlic, smashed
• 2-3 fresh Thai bird’s eye chilies, sliced (optional for extra heat)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
• 1/2 tsp Sriracha or chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)