How Much Seafood Do You Need Per Person for a Seafood Boil? | Chef Bae®

by SHERRI SMITH

Planning a seafood boil for family or friends? One of the biggest questions people ask is how much seafood to buy per person.

Whether you're cooking for two people or twenty, having the right amount of shrimp, crab, lobster, sausage, corn, and potatoes helps ensure everyone leaves the table satisfied.

Here's a simple guide to help you plan your next seafood boil.

Shrimp

Plan on ½ to 1 pound of shrimp per person, depending on whether you're serving other seafood.

If shrimp is the main attraction, aim closer to 1 pound per guest.

Crab Legs

For snow crab legs, 1 to 1½ pounds per person is usually plenty.

If you're serving king crab legs, ¾ to 1 pound per person is often enough because they're much meatier.

Lobster Tails

One medium lobster tail per person works well for most meals.

If you're serving multiple types of seafood, a single tail is usually the perfect portion.

Crawfish

Traditional crawfish boils often call for 3 to 5 pounds per person, since a large portion of the weight comes from the shells.

Smoked Sausage

Plan on about ½ pound of smoked sausage for every two people.

Slice it into bite-sized pieces so everyone gets plenty.

Corn on the Cob

One ear of corn per person is the standard.

For bigger appetites, consider adding a few extra ears.

Red Potatoes

Allow 2 to 3 small red potatoes per person.

They absorb all the buttery seasoning and are always a favorite.

Boiled Eggs

Many seafood boil lovers enjoy adding boiled eggs because they soak up the garlic butter beautifully.

One or two eggs per person is a great addition.

Don't Forget the Butter

Butter is what brings everything together.

Once your seafood and vegetables are cooked, melt butter and mix in Chef Bae® Seafood Boil Seasoning to create a rich, flavorful sauce that coats every bite.

Just add butter, toss everything together, and serve.

Sample Seafood Boil for Four People

For four people, you'll need approximately:

  • 3 to 4 pounds shrimp
  • 4 pounds snow crab legs
  • 2 pounds smoked sausage
  • 4 ears of corn
  • 10 small red potatoes
  • 4 boiled eggs (optional)
  • Butter
  • Chef Bae® Seafood Boil Seasoning

Adjust these amounts based on your guests' appetites and the variety of seafood you're serving.

Make Planning Easy

A little planning goes a long way when preparing a seafood boil.

With the right amount of seafood and Chef Bae® Seafood Boil Seasoning, you'll have everything you need to create a flavorful Southern feast that everyone will enjoy.

Pre-order Chef Bae® Seafood Boil Seasoning today and make your next seafood boil simple, delicious, and unforgettable.

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