Creating a dry seafood boil mix in bulk allows you to easily season seafood boils or other dishes with a flavorful blend of spices. Here's a recipe to make your own dry seafood boil mix:
Dry Seafood Boil Mix in Bulk Recipe 🦐🌽🥔
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 cup paprika
- 1/4 cup garlic powder
- 1/4 cup onion powder
- 2 tablespoons ground mustard
- 2 tablespoons celery seed
- 2 tablespoons dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons dried basil
- 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper (adjust to taste for spiciness)
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon salt
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the Old Bay seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, celery seed, dried thyme, dried oregano, dried basil, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt.
2. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
3. Transfer the mixture into an airtight container or a large jar with a tight-fitting lid.
4. Store the dry seafood boil mix in a cool, dark place. It will keep for up to a year.
To Use:
- Use approximately 2-3 tablespoons of the dry mix per gallon of water when boiling seafood, such as shrimp, crab, crawfish, or other shellfish, along with corn on the cob, potatoes, and sausage.
- Add butter to taste.
- Add crushed garlic and salt to taste
Tips for Making Dry Seafood Boil Mix:
1. Adjust Spices: Feel free to adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your preferred level of spiciness.
2. Quality Ingredients: Ensure you use fresh and high-quality spices for the best flavor.
3. Storage: Keep the mix in an airtight container to preserve freshness and prevent clumping.
4. Versatility: This mix can also be used to season roasted vegetables, chicken, or as a dry rub for grilling seafood.
5. Labeling: Label the container with the date and instructions for use to keep track of its freshness and usage.
