Crab Boil Potatoes
Transform your table into a coastal feast with these irresistibly flavorful Crab Boil Potatoes! This simple yet satisfying side dish combines tender baby red potatoes cooked in a bold, aromatic blend of crab boil seasoning, fresh lemon, and garlic butter. Perfect for seafood-inspired dinners, backyard barbecues, or casual weeknight meals, this recipe delivers zesty, buttery goodness in just 35 minutes. Each bite bursts with bright citrusy notes and a gentle kick of Cajun-style spice, making it an ideal pairing for crab legs, shrimp, or grilled fish. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, and watch these potatoes become the highlight of your spread!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Baby red potatoes
- 8 cups Water
- 3 tablespoons Crab boil seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 whole Lemon
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Wash and scrub the baby red potatoes to remove any dirt. Cut any larger potatoes in half to ensure they’re all of a uniform size.
In a large pot, add the water, crab boil seasoning, and salt. Halve the lemon and squeeze the juice into the pot, then toss the lemon halves in as well for extra flavor.
Bring the seasoned water to a rolling boil over high heat.
Carefully add the potatoes to the boiling water. Reduce the heat to medium-high and cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender but not falling apart.
While the potatoes cook, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the garlic powder and set aside.
Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them in a colander and discard the lemon halves.
Return the drained potatoes to the pot or a serving dish. Drizzle the melted garlic butter over the top, tossing gently to coat the potatoes evenly.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving. Serve immediately and enjoy the zesty, spiced flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1112 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.1 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 3870 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.3 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.4 g | ||
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 4297 mg | 91% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
