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Low Country Boil
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 3 pounds of large shrimp, unpeeled
- 2 pounds of smoked sausage, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 8 ears of corn, shucked and cut into thirds
- 3 pounds of small red potatoes
- 2 lemons, halved
- 1/2 cup of Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 cup of salt
- 8 quarts of water
Instructions
- In a large stockpot, bring 8 quarts of water to a boil.
- Add 1/4 cup of salt and 1/2 cup of Old Bay seasoning to the boiling water.
- Add the potatoes to the pot and cook for 10 minutes.
- Add the smoked sausage and corn to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes, until they turn pink and are cooked through.
- Using a slotted spoon or strainer, remove the shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes from the pot and transfer to a large serving platter.
- Squeeze the lemon halves over the seafood boil and serve hot.
Low country boil, also known as Frogmore stew, is a traditional Southern dish with roots in the coastal regions of South Carolina and Georgia. This hearty one-pot meal typically features a delicious combination of shrimp, sausage, corn on the cob, and potatoes, all seasoned with a blend of spices. The dish is believed to have originated as a simple and communal way of cooking a large meal for gatherings of family and friends. Today, it's a popular dish at seafood restaurants and backyard gatherings throughout the South. Chefs like Sean Brock and Paula Deen have popularized their own versions of the low country boil, adding their unique twists to the classic recipe. For the best low country boil experience, head to the coastal regions of South Carolina and Georgia, where you can find the freshest seafood and locally sourced ingredients. The key to a perfect low country boil lies in the quality of the ingredients and the seasoning blend, so be sure to use fresh, local shrimp and high-quality sausage for an authentic taste. If you're looking for a unique twist on the traditional low country boil, consider adding crab legs or crawfish to the mix for a flavorful alternative.
50 min
8
450 calories
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