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Extra Old Bay Lowcountry Boil
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 quarts water
- 1/2 cup Old Bay seasoning
- 2 pounds small red potatoes
- 2 pounds smoked sausage, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 6 ears of corn, shucked and cut into thirds
- 4 pounds large shrimp, deveined and shells on
- 2 lemons, halved
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Stir in 1/2 cup of Old Bay seasoning.
- Add the red potatoes and cook for 10 minutes.
- Add the smoked sausage and corn to the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked ingredients to a large serving platter.
- Squeeze the lemon halves over the seafood and vegetables.
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with a tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning. Drizzle the butter mixture over the seafood and vegetables.
- Sprinkle with additional Old Bay seasoning and salt to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Lowcountry Boil, also known as Frogmore Stew, is a beloved Southern dish with a rich history steeped in the coastal regions of South Carolina and Georgia. This hearty one-pot meal is a flavorful combination of fresh shrimp, sweet corn, spicy sausage, and red potatoes, all boiled together with a generous amount of Old Bay seasoning. The dish is said to have originated in the Lowcountry region, where local fishermen and farmers would gather their freshest ingredients for communal feasts. Today, renowned chefs and restaurants in Charleston and Savannah continue to perfect this classic dish, ensuring that the flavors of the sea and the land shine through in every satisfying bite. For the best version of this dish, sourcing high-quality, fresh seafood and using a generous amount of Old Bay seasoning are essential. Some alternative methods for making this dish include adding crab legs or substituting the sausage with other flavorful proteins, allowing for a personalized twist on this timeless Southern favorite.
50 min
6
350 calories
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