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Small Batch, Grand Flavor • Est. 1995

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Summary

Formerly known as Classic Crab, Elliott Bay Seasoning is adept at enhancing a plethora of dishes beyond the traditional crab boil. It boasts a vibrant mix of bay leaf and cardamom, complemented by the warmth of celery seed and a subtle hint of clove. This blend features surprising notes of Indian cayenne and Indonesian cinnamon that add a unique twist to its flavor profile.

History

Elliott Bay Seasoning is based on the flavors of traditional East Coast crab boils, a summer staple. The tradition of seafood boils dates back to early settlers along the Gulf Coast, where fresh seafood was abundant. Combining local spices with seafood in large communal meals became a way to bring people together, and the tradition still thrives today.

Why We Love It

This blend is great sprinkled over grilled corn at a summer barbecue or used to zest up a potato salad. Its versatility is truly appreciated in our kitchens, where it has become a year-round staple, not just reserved for seafood.

The More You Know

Seafood boils are simple yet flavorful, cooked all in one pot. The ingredients—usually a mix of shrimp, crab, crawfish, corn, potatoes, and sausage—are boiled together with spices and seasonings, making it an efficient way to cook for a crowd.

Recipes

    Pickle Soup

    Pickle Soup

    10 min

    If you're a pickle fanatic, this one's for you. This vegetarian delight is as hearty as it gets, and guess what? It's gluten-free with a simple switch to potato starch. We're taking Elliott Bay Seasoning flavors – paprika, bay leaf, cardamom, celery seed, and a hint of clove – a gorgeous complement to those zesty dill pickles. It's a tangy, savory, filling, and a downright satisfying bowl.

    Seafood Boil

    Seafood Boil

    Rustic and decadent, seafood boils are meant to be shared. The delicious mounds of shellfish, veggies and more bring folks together for a fabulously messy feast. This meal will have you excited to get your hands dirty! A hidden perk of this awesome meal is how little prep time is involved. Simply cut your corn, onion, and garlic, and you're ready to start! The key to such a simple dish is all in the timing. Exactly how you stagger the ingredients as you add them to a broth seasoned with our Elliott Bay Seasoning is what will make or break the dish.Once everything is cooked, lay out your feast on a picnic table and enjoy alongside some spiced butter. You can substitute almost any spice blend to suit your tastes, but for this recipe we've selected an an array that will please anyone. Butter with Garlic Salt is ideal for those who prefers something mild, while anyone our Cajun Black offers a more tangy, spicy kick.

    Baked Crab Dip with Crostini

    Baked Crab Dip with Crostini

    Whether you want to have a few friends over to watch a football game or movie, or you want to celebrate a holiday, you're going to need a few things to nosh on. Make the decision easier - and a lot less stressful - by using this wonderful book from the experts at Cook's Illustrated. This All-Time Best Appetizers Cookbook of 75 "only the best" appetizer recipes will make it easy to create a spread with everything from things that can be dipped and/or spread, or eaten by the handful or even two-bite treats. This Baked Crab Dip with Crostini makes perfect use of our delicious Pacific Northwest crab in making a appetizer that will become your "go to" dish to make for any gathering. From the authors: "Why this recipe works - In its ideal form, crab dip is a warm, decadent party pleaser full of creamy, meaty seafood and savory spices. Unlike other versions of this popular appetizer, ours has a high ration of crab to cheese, allowing the sweet crab flavor to come through. To make it even more party-friendly, we used a cast-iron skillet as an oven-to-table cooking vessel, which ensures that your guests will enjoy the dip while it's hot. For a serving option that was sturdy enough to scoop into the rich dip without any need for a spoon, we made a quick batch of crostini from sliced baguettes. To make a savory base for the crab dip, we first cooked onion in the skillet, adding just a bit of Old Bay seasoning and coriander. We then removed the sautéed onions from the skillet and combined them with cream cheese, mayonnaise, and parsley. After gently folding the crabmeat into the mixture, we put the whole thing back in the skilled and baked it until it was warm and bubbly, with the crostini fanned around the perimeter. Do not substitute imitation crabmeat here. To soften the cream cheese quickly, microwave it for 20 to 30 seconds."

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Notes

Type
Handcrafted Blend
Flavor Notes
Salty • Heat • Earthy
Region
North America
Ingredients
Diamond Kosher Salt, Hungarian Paprika, Celery Seed, Indian Cayenne, Mace, Jamaican Allspice, Turkish Bay Leaf, Vietnamese Black Peppercorn, Yellow Mustard Seed, Indonesian Cinnamon, Ginger Powder, Cardamom Seed, Cloves
Established 1995
Small Batch
Filler-Free
Vegan
Gluten-Free
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