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Liquid Crab Boil Concentrate

N/A (proprietary spice blend) Spice Blend, Condiment, Seafood Enhancer

Liquid Crab Boil Concentrate Spice Blend, Condiment, Seafood Enhancer

At a Glance

  • Category Spice Blend, Condiment, Seafood Enhancer

The Forktionary Angle

"Your shortcut to intense, authentic Cajun and Creole seafood boil flavors."

Definition

A concentrated, spicy liquid seasoning used to infuse bold flavor into seafood, especially crabs, shrimp, and crawfish during boiling.

Primary Spice Type Capsaicin-rich (from cayenne/chili)
Storage (Opened) Refrigerate for extended freshness
Usage Rate Few tablespoons per gallon of water

Flavor Profile

The primary flavor notes for Liquid Crab Boil Concentrate are:

Spicy pungent peppery herbal (bay leaf allspice mustard seed cayenne)

Chef’s Secret

Add a splash of crab boil concentrate to the cooking water for pasta or rice when serving alongside seafood for a subtle, cohesive flavor.

Best Substitutes

Dry Crab Boil Seasoning

use according to package directions

Old Bay Seasoning

less intense heat, for flavor base, adjust heat
Ratio 1:1

Buying Guide

Check for reputable brands like Zatarain's or Rex. Ensure the bottle is sealed and within date.

Culinary Pairings

Crab shrimp crawfish corn on the cob potatoes sausage garlic lemon

Recipes Using Liquid Crab Boil Concentrate

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