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Spicy Lowcountry Boil
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 3 quarts water
- 1/2 cup Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 lemon, halved
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 pound small red potatoes
- 2 pounds smoked sausage, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 6 ears of corn, shucked and halved
- 2 pounds large shrimp, deveined and shells on
- 1 pound crab legs
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring 3 quarts of water to a boil.
- Add 1/2 cup of Old Bay seasoning, 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning, halved lemon, quartered onion, and smashed garlic to the boiling water.
- Allow the mixture to boil for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Add the red potatoes and smoked sausage to the pot and cook for 10 minutes.
- Add the corn to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Finally, add the shrimp and crab legs to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp are pink and the crab legs are heated through.
- Drain the seafood and vegetables from the pot and transfer to a large serving platter or table lined with newspaper for a traditional presentation.
- In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup of hot sauce, 1/4 cup of melted butter, and salt to taste.
- Serve the spicy Lowcountry Boil with the hot sauce and butter mixture on the side for dipping.
The history of Lowcountry Boil with a spicy Cajun twist is a tale of two cultures colliding in a delicious culinary fusion. Originating in the Lowcountry region of South Carolina, this dish was traditionally a simple combination of shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes, boiled in a flavorful broth of Old Bay seasoning. However, when Cajun influences made their way into the Lowcountry, the dish took on a spicy new dimension. Cajun chefs added their signature blend of fiery spices, such as cayenne pepper, paprika, and garlic, infusing the boil with a bold kick that set it apart from its milder Lowcountry counterpart. Today, the best version of this dish can be found in the heart of Cajun country, where chefs expertly balance the heat of the spices with the sweetness of the seafood, creating a mouthwatering experience that is not to be missed. The key to getting this dish right lies in the perfect balance of spices and the freshness of the seafood. For those looking to try a famous alternative method, some chefs swear by adding a generous splash of hot sauce to the boil for an extra fiery kick.
50 min
6
450 calories
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