Cajun Seafood Pot [Outdoor Cooking]

crawfish

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: chicken

Chicken is more affordable and widely available.

cajun seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: paprika + cayenne

Homemade blends can be lower in sodium.

crab

🥗Healthier: king crab

💰Cheaper: imitation crab

Imitation crab is a budget-friendly alternative.

sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage is lower in fat.

Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat.

Add salt, cajun seasoning, and bay leaves to the boiling water.

Add potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Add corn and sausage; cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.

Add shrimp and crab, cooking until shrimp turns pink and crab is heated through, about 3-5 minutes.

Remove the pot from heat and drain the water carefully.

Transfer the seafood and vegetables to a large serving platter.

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Serve with additional lemon wedges on the side.

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