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Low Country Boil Recipe

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A flavorful and traditional Low Country Boil featuring tender shrimp, succulent crab, smoky sausage, corn on the cob, and baby red potatoes simmered in a zesty Old Bay seasoning broth, finished with a buttery parsley drizzle and fresh lemon wedges.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Citrus and Seasoning

  • 3 lemons (divided use)
  • 1/2 cup Old Bay seasoning (plus more for garnish)

Aromatics

  • 6 cloves garlic (smashed)
  • 1 onion (peeled and cut into 6 pieces)

Vegetables

  • 1 pound baby red potatoes (halved)
  • 4 ears corn on the cob (cut into 3-4 inch pieces)

Seafood and Meat

  • 2 pounds shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
  • 2 pounds crab (legs and/or bodies)
  • 1 pound smoked sausage (such as kielbasa, cut into 1 inch pieces)

Finishing

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Prepare the lemons: Cut 2 of the lemons into quarters for boiling in the pot, and cut the remaining lemon into wedges to be used later for serving and garnish.
  2. Make the seasoned broth: Fill a large pot with 12-14 cups of water. Add the quartered lemons, Old Bay seasoning, smashed garlic cloves, and peeled onion pieces. Bring this mixture to a rolling boil to infuse the flavors.
  3. Cook the potatoes: Add the halved baby red potatoes into the boiling broth. Let them cook for 10-12 minutes or until they are just tender, as they will continue to soften slightly after removed from heat.
  4. Add crab, corn, and sausage: Incorporate the crab legs/bodies, corn pieces, and sliced smoked sausage into the pot. Continue boiling for 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and ingredients to heat through.
  5. Cook the shrimp: Finally, add the peeled and deveined shrimp with tails on to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, indicative of being perfectly cooked.
  6. Drain and reserve broth: Carefully drain the entire shrimp mixture from the pot, reserving about 1 cup of the flavorful broth for finishing the dish.
  7. Make the butter broth: Melt the butter separately and whisk it into the reserved broth to create a rich, buttery finishing sauce.
  8. Serve and garnish: Pour the buttery broth over the shrimp, crab, sausage, corn, and potatoes. Garnish the dish with chopped parsley, lemon wedges, and an extra sprinkle of Old Bay seasoning to taste. Serve immediately for a communal and festive meal.

Notes

  • Leaving shrimp tails on enhances flavor and makes them easier to handle while eating.
  • Old Bay seasoning is essential for authentic Low Country flavor; adjust quantity to taste but do not omit.
  • For best results, use fresh seafood and quality smoked sausage.
  • The reserved buttery broth makes an excellent dipping sauce or can be drizzled over the boil for added richness.
  • Serve on a large platter or newspaper-lined table for a traditional communal experience.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/low-country-boil-recipe/