Ingredients
Scale
Gathering ingredients for this dish is like collecting memories — each one essential to the story you’re about to create. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound crab legs, pre-cooked and cracked
- 2 cups baby red potatoes, halved
- 2 ears of corn, cut into thirds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, sliced into wedges
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
If you can’t find crab legs, feel free to substitute with mussels or clams — the sea is generous with its offerings. And while Old Bay seasoning is the classic choice, a homemade spice mix from your cupboard will do just as well in a pinch.
Instructions
Let’s dive into the heart of the meal, where each step is as comforting as the gentle hum of a kettle on a chilly Devon morning:
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the baby red potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes until just tender.
- Add the corn to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and corn, then set them aside.
- In the same pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Stir in the garlic powder, smoked paprika, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let the spices bloom for about 1 minute, releasing their fragrant aroma.
- Add the shrimp and crab legs to the pot. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 4-5 minutes.
- Return the potatoes and corn to the pot, tossing everything together until well coated with the spice mixture.
- Serve the dish hot, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges for that little touch of brightness.
Remember, cooking is not just about following steps but about feeling the moment — much like sneaking into the kitchen at dawn to create your own magic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International