Crab Boil Seasoning

This homemade crab boil seasoning mix is going to become one of your favorites to grab whenever you think about making a crab boil recipe. Made with only a handful of spices, this easy seasoning for crab boils is truly amazing!

Crab boil seasoning mix

If you’re a fan of crab boil recipes, then you absolutely must try out this particular crab boil spice blend. It has all the amazing spices in one flavorful mixture that is very versatile.

Made with fresh spices, salt and bay leaves, this spice blend will take any old crab boil recipe up a notch. It has all the delicious fragrances one would expect and it is super easy to make. Below, I will show you exactly how to make this crab boil spice mix, how to use it, and even how you can store it for maximum freshness. 

Popular spices used in crab boil seasoning 

These are the most popular spices that are often used when making a crab boil spice mix. This means you can customize your crab boil spice blend to your liking by selecting your favorite spice from this huge list as they all work great for crab boils. The spices that are often used are:

• Salt
• Allspice
• Cayenne pepper
• Paprika
• Crushed red peppers
• Thyme
• Oregano
• Black pepper
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Cilantro seeds
• Dill seeds
• Mustard seeds
• Pickling spice
• Bay leaves

Ingredients to make a crab boil seasoning mixture

• 2 tablespoons of sea salt
• 2 tablespoons paprika 
• 1 tablespoon crushed red peppers
• 1 tablespoon allspice
• 1 tablespoons dill seeds
• 1/2 tablespoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons mustard seeds
• 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
• 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1/2 tablespoon onion powder
• 3 bay leaves 

How to make crab boil seasoning

To make this crab boil seasoning, measure out all the ingredients.

Then, add all the spices into a large bowl and whisk together until well combined.

Lastly, place in a food processor and  process for a few minutes until some of the larger seeds such as the coriander seeds and dill seeds have been pulverized.

Place in an air-tight container and use whenever you’re making a crab boil recipe.

How to use

Can be used in crab boils – Use by adding 2 tablespoons (or more if you desire)  to the liquid you will be using to cook your crab boil in.

Can be used for other seafood boil recipes like shrimp boil, crawfish boil or even used to cook crab legs in.

Can also be used to make a crab boil sauce. To use it this way, add 1-2 tablespoons to a pot of melted butter, sautéed onions, and some lemon juice and cook until a thick delicious crab boil sauce is made.

Storing crab boil seasoning

Store this spice blend in an air-tight container, in a cool, dark place for up to 2 months fresh freshness.

Making crab boil seasoning bags

Now, some people may not like having bits and pieces of spice throughout their crab boil. If this is you, you can also make these into handy crab oil seasoning bags. Simply, get yourself some sachets or these 3×4 inch drawstring spice bags, then add 2 tablespoons of the seasoning mixture to each.

Place them in an air-tight container until you’re ready to use them. When you’re ready, add a sachet bag to boiling water and proceed to cook your crab boil or crab legs.

More crab boil recipes 

• King crab boil
• Crab boil sauce

Yield: 13 tablespoons

Crab Boil Seasoning

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This homemade crab boil seasoning mix is going to become one of your favorites to grab whenever you think about making a crab boil recipe.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of sea salt
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 tablespoon crushed red peppers
• 1 tablespoon allspice
• 1 tablespoons dill seeds
• 1/2 tablespoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons mustard seeds
• 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
• 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1/2 tablespoon onion powder
• 3 bay leaves

Instructions

1. To make this crab boil seasoning, measure out all the ingredients.
2. Then, add all the spices into a large bowl and whisk together until well combined.
3. Lastly, place in a food processor and  process for a few minutes until some of the larger seeds such as the coriander seeds and dill seeds have been pulverized.
4. Place in an air tight container and use whenever you’re making a crab boil recipe.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

3

Serving Size:

1/4 cup
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 63Total Fat: 3.1gSaturated Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 4238mgCarbohydrates: 9.8gFiber: 4.4gSugar: 1.1gProtein: 2.8g